Karan Johar, the renowned Bollywood filmmaker, made a striking debut at the Met Gala 2026, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. His ensemble, designed by Manish Malhotra, featured a structured vintage jacket and a dramatic, hand-painted cape, extending nearly six feet. Inspired by the legendary Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma, Johar aimed to blend fashion with storytelling, stating, “Raja Ravi Varma felt right because his work does something I’ve always tried to do in cinema. He painted feelings.” The event, which celebrated costume as art, saw Johar's look resonate with fans online, with many praising it as superior to previous appearances by fellow Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. As he reflected on his journey, Johar noted that the moment was not just about fashion but about the narrative behind it. On the professional front, he is preparing for the release of his upcoming romantic drama, Chand Mera Dil, featuring Ananya Panday and Lakshya, set to hit theaters on May 22.