The 2025 Met Gala, held at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, dazzled the world yet again with its bold fashion and iconic jewellery. The Met Gala Event known as fashion’s most exclusive night, this year’s gala paid tribute to tailored elegance with the theme “Tailored for You”, showcasing powerful interpretations of menswear and couture. As always, the spotlight wasn’t just on the fashion—it was the breathtaking diamond jewellery that truly lit up the red carpet.
Among the global style icons, Indian celebrities stood out, blending cultural craftsmanship with contemporary fashion. From opulent diamond chokers to rare colored gemstones, Indian stars sparkled with grace and individuality. Let’s explore how they lit up the red carpet with some of the best diamond jewellery of the night.
1. Diljit Dosanjh
Diljit Dosanjh brought royal grandeur to the 2025 Met Gala red carpet, masterfully blending heritage with high fashion in a look that paid homage to India’s regal past. He wore a custom ivory sherwani-inspired ensemble, intricately embroidered and tailored to perfection, exuding understated elegance while remaining true to his Punjabi roots. The true showstopper, however, was his opulent jewellery. At the center of his look was a stunning, layered real diamond necklace by Golecha Jewels, directly inspired by the iconic Patiala necklace originally crafted by Cartier for Maharaja Bhupinder Singh. This tribute to one of India’s most legendary royal jewels echoed through every facet of his appearance. Elevating his ensemble further was a traditional jewelled turban, adorned with a magnificent central diamond brooch that shimmered under the Met lights, exuding regal sophistication. Dosanjh’s look was not only a nod to cultural legacy but also a powerful statement of how Indian heritage continues to shine on global fashion stages.
2. Isha Ambani
Isha Ambani made a dazzling impression at the 2025 Met Gala with a breathtaking diamond necklace from her personal jewellery collection, featuring over 481 carats of diamonds. The piece was a modern recreation of the iconic Cartier Toussaint Necklace, originally designed by Jacques Cartier in 1931 for the Maharaja of Nawanagar—once described as “the finest cascade of coloured diamonds in the world.” The same design was famously reimagined in the 2018 film Ocean’s 8, and Isha’s version paid homage to that heritage while making a powerful statement on the red carpet, perfectly complementing her intricately embroidered couture gown.
3. Shah Rukh Khan
Shah Rukh Khan, The King of Bollywood made a commanding entrance at the 2025 Met Gala, exuding timeless charm and quiet power in a custom monochrome ensemble by Sabyasachi. His look was a seamless blend of classic Indian elements and global couture, featuring a sharply tailored coat paired with a structured satin waistband and traditional detailing. But it was the jewellery that truly turned heads—SRK wore a stunning stack of handcrafted 18k gold chains set with vintage-inspired natural diamonds, designed exclusively by Sabyasachi Fine Jewellery. Among the standout pieces were personalized diamond pendants engraved with his initials ‘SRK’ and a bold ‘K’ symbolizing his iconic title, King Khan. A shimmering diamond star brooch and a majestic Bengal Tiger cane, encrusted with gemstones and intricate goldwork, completed the look—each detail echoing his legacy as a global style icon.
4. Kiara Advani
Kiara Advani made a stunning Met Gala debut in 2025, wearing a custom sculptural gold gown by Gaurav Gupta that perfectly blended futuristic design with Indian craftsmanship. The metallic outfit featured bold, fluid silhouettes and intricate gold detailing, making her one of the standout attendees of the night. She paired the look with exquisite real diamond jewellery by Kantilal Chhotalal, including a 17-carat pear-shaped diamond ring, a 5-carat Toi-et-Moi ring, and a striking heart-shaped diamond earring worn on one ear to match the asymmetry of her ensemble. The mix of metals and diamonds added a modern, luxurious touch to her red carpet appearance.
5. Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Priyanka Chopra Jonas made a striking statement at the 2025 Met Gala with a breathtaking Bulgari necklace that took centre stage. The piece featured the magnificent 241-carat Magnus Emerald—the largest emerald ever set by Bulgari—surrounded by natural diamonds. This remarkable necklace, part of Bulgari's upcoming Polychroma High Jewellery collection, was the perfect complement to Priyanka’s glamorous look. She further elevated her ensemble with diamond earrings and a bold emerald-and-diamond cocktail ring, both from the luxurious Bulgari collection. Together, these exquisite jewels exuded timeless elegance, making Priyanka’s appearance unforgettable.