Diljit Dosanjh Makes Historic Met Gala Debut in Punjabi Royalty

The singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh becomes the first turbaned Indian artist to walk the Met Gala red carpet, proudly representing Sikh and Punjabi heritage in a custom Prabal Gurung ensemble.

“Punjabi aa gaye oye!” roared fans with pride as Diljit Dosanjh made a powerful cultural statement at the Met Gala 2025. The global sensation walked the iconic steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, marking his debut at fashion’s grandest night — and he did it in pure Punjabi style.

Dressed in a custom-designed Prabal Gurung outfit, Diljit exuded modern-day Maharaja vibes. His look featured a traditional white kurta-tehmat set, a regal black turban, and a flowing cape etched with Punjabi alphabets, merging classic identity with contemporary fashion. Adding a historic flourish, Diljit carried a ceremonial sword and reportedly wore jewels from the legendary Cartier collection once owned by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala.

The singer, actor, and now fashion icon, became the first turbaned actor-singer from India to debut at the Met Gala, a moment that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. Diljit’s look not only turned heads but also touched hearts. Social media exploded with admiration:
“Goosebumps,” wrote one fan, while another commented, “So proud of this representation!”

Known for blending humor with humility, Diljit had earlier teased his Met Gala excitement with a playful Instagram post featuring goodies from the organizers and a caption in Punjabi:
“MET GALA Tomorrow Daso Fer Ki Paiye Kal Nu Halaa Laa Laa Karauni An.”
(“MET Gala tomorrow, tell me what to wear. I’m going to make a scene!”)

Diljit joined a star-studded Indian lineup at the Met Gala 2025, including Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kiara Advani, Isha Ambani, and Manish Malhotra — making it a milestone moment for Indian fashion on the global stage.