The Met Gala 2026: Karan Johar makes official debut with Raja Ravi Varma-inspired piece

Karan Johar made a stunning Met Gala debut, gracing the 2026 event with a Manish Malhotra creation inspired by Raja Ravi Varma's art. The hand-painted gown, a testament to Indian craftsmanship, took 5600 hours to create. Johar aimed to showcase Indian culture on a global platform, stating Varma's work, like his cinema, painted feelings.

The Met Gala 2026: Karan Johar makes official debut with Raja Ravi Varma-inspired piece
Karan Johar made a stunning Met Gala debut, gracing the 2026 event with a Manish Malhotra creation inspired by Raja Ravi Varma's art. The hand-painted gown, a testament to Indian craftsmanship, took 5600 hours to create. Johar aimed to showcase Indian culture on a global platform, stating Varma's work, like his cinema, painted feelings.