Met Gala 2026: Theme, Attendees, Boycott Calls, and Viewing Details
Met Gala 2026: Theme, who’s attending, when and where to watch, and why it’s facing boycott calls
The Indian Express
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The Met Gala 2026, themed 'Fashion is Art,' will take place on May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Co-chaired by Anna Wintour and Beyoncé, it faces boycott calls due to Jeff Bezos's sponsorship. Viewers can watch live on Peacock and Vogue's YouTube channel.
- 01The theme for Met Gala 2026 is 'Fashion is Art,' with a dress code of 'Costume Art.'
- 02Around 450 guests are expected, including co-chairs Anna Wintour and Beyoncé.
- 03Prominent absentees include Meryl Streep and Zendaya, who cited personal reasons.
- 04Karan Johar will represent India, making his Met Gala debut.
- 05The event faces backlash over Jeff Bezos's sponsorship, prompting boycott calls.
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The Met Gala 2026, scheduled for May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, will embrace the theme 'Fashion is Art' with a dress code of 'Costume Art.' Approximately 450 guests are expected, including co-chairs Anna Wintour, Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams. However, notable absentees include Meryl Streep and Zendaya, the latter of whom is focusing on her film career with multiple releases this year. Indian filmmaker Karan Johar is set to make his Met Gala debut, showcasing designs by Manish Malhotra. The event has attracted controversy due to the involvement of Jeff Bezos and his partner Lauren Sánchez as sponsors, leading to calls for a boycott over perceived cultural appropriation. The gala will be streamed live, with U.S. viewers able to watch on Peacock and Hulu, while Indian audiences can tune in via Vogue's YouTube channel starting at 3:30 am IST on May 5.
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The controversy surrounding the Met Gala's sponsorship may influence public perception of the event and its attendees.
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