Is Shah Rukh Khan heading to the Met Gala 2025? Fans think so as he makes a stylish airport appearance

Shah Rukh Khan’s recent outing at the Mumbai airport has left fans buzzing with excitement. The Bollywood superstar was spotted stepping out of his luxurious car in style, sparking rumours that he’s off to New York to make his much-awaited debut at the Met Gala 2025. The event will be held on 5 May at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Airport Look Sparks Met Buzz
In a video shared by popular paparazzo account @varindertchawla, Shah Rukh Khan was seen at Mumbai International Airport in a stylish, laid-back outfit. Calm and composed, he made his way through security checks, dressed with his usual understated elegance. As soon as the video surfaced online, fans couldn’t hold back their excitement. One user wrote, “Going to USA for metgala (sic)." Another added, “Goes to Met Gala25 (sic)." Comments poured in as fans began celebrating his rumoured attendance at one of fashion’s biggest nights.
Diet Sabya Drops the Big Reveal
The excitement around Shah Rukh's Met Gala appearance had been brewing for weeks. It all began when fashion watchdog Diet Sabya hinted at something big involving SRK. The suspense finally ended when they posted a confirmation in April. “National headlines. Threads in meltdown. Entertainment sites foaming at the mouth. Twitter frenzy et al. Time to shut it down lol. We at DietSabya can confirm: Yes, that is indeed SRK—India’s undisputed generational superstar—making his Met Gala debut in May 2025, wearing Sabyasachi (India’s biggest luxury brand). But wait, was there ever a doubt? Are we excited? Or…? Catch you on the carpet (sic)," the caption read.

Making History in Sabyasachi?
If the rumours and all the buzz are true, then Shah Rukh is set to become the first-ever Indian male actor to walk the Met Gala red carpet, and he’s doing it in style. He will reportedly wear a custom look designed by Indian fashion icon Sabyasachi Mukherjee, a name synonymous with elegance and heritage.
What’s the Met Gala Theme This Year?
The theme for Met Gala 2025 is ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,’ which will honour Black Dandyism and its impact on fashion. It’s a powerful theme that promises a night full of artistic and cultural expression — and Shah Rukh’s presence only adds more global glamour to the mix.
While fans are still buzzing about Met Gala, Shah Rukh Khan is also busy on the film front. He will next be seen in 'King', an action-thriller directed by Siddharth Anand, where he will star alongside his daughter Suhana Khan. There’s also buzz that Deepika Padukone will be joining the cast.