New Delhi [India], May 26: From the red carpets of Cannes to the grand stairs of the Met Gala, Indian celebrities left a lasting mark on the global fashion scene in 2025. With bold sartorial choices, deep cultural references, and historic firsts, here’s a look at the style icons who dazzled the world:
🔹 Alia Bhatt – Gucci’s First Saree at Cannes
Alia Bhatt stunned at the Cannes 2025 closing ceremony in a first-of-its-kind Gucci saree, adorned with Swarovski crystals. Following earlier appearances in a Schiaparelli cream gown and a shimmering outfit, Alia’s fusion of Indian tradition with a luxury label broke new fashion ground.
🔹 Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – Desi Elegance to Avant-Garde Drama
A Cannes regular, Aishwarya wore a Manish Malhotra ivory Banarasi saree complete with sindoor and a handwoven dupatta edged in real gold and silver zardozi. She later turned heads again in Gaurav Gupta’s dramatic ‘Heiress of Clam’ gown, layered with a Banarasi brocade cape inscribed with a Sanskrit shloka from the Bhagavad Gita.
🔹 Aditi Rao Hydari – Ethnic Grace Meets Global Glam
Aditi brought traditional Indian beauty to Cannes, glowing in a red saree, sindoor, and bindi, complemented by a choker set. She also walked the red carpet in a shimmering ombre Rahul Mishra gown, showing off her versatility.
🔹 Janhvi Kapoor – A Regal Vision in Pink
At Cannes 2025 with her film Homebound, Janhvi donned a custom Tarun Tahiliani outfit with a tissue-woven pleated skirt and corset. Styled by Rhea Kapoor, the ensemble featured a signature TT drape and showcased intricate hand-crushed techniques.
🔹 Shah Rukh Khan – Met Gala Debut in Monochrome Majesty
SRK made a historic Met Gala debut wearing a bespoke all-black Sabyasachi ensemble. The look featured a floor-length Tasmanian wool coat, a satin kamarbandh, and the striking Bengal Tiger Head Cane crafted in 18k gold, sapphires, and diamonds.
🔹 Diljit Dosanjh – A Historic First with Punjabi Pride
Diljit made history as the first Indian turban-wearing man at the Met Gala. He embraced his Punjabi roots with a turban, kurta, and tehmat, blending tradition with elegance and making a powerful cultural statement.
🔹 Kiara Advani – Fashion and Motherhood Meet at Met Gala
In her Met Gala debut, Kiara revealed her baby bump in a Gaurav Gupta black gown paired with a golden breastplate and a tribute cape to fashion icon Andre Leon Talley. Her look blended motherhood, high fashion, and homage with stunning grace.
🔹 Isha Ambani – Corporate Power Meets Couture
Isha Ambani embodied the Met Gala 2025 theme ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style’ in Anamika Khanna’s creation—a white geometric corset, tailored black pants, and a structured cape. Her fashion-forward look was widely praised for its elegance and boldness.
Indian celebrities not only embraced fashion but elevated cultural narratives on prestigious platforms, redefining global style with authenticity, heritage, and innovation. From heritage saris to power couture, 2025 was truly a standout year for Indian style on the world stage.