Manish Malhotra At The Met Gala 2025: An Ode To Indian Craftsmanship With Four Looks
Last Updated:
While Manish Malhotra turned heads with his Met Gala 2025 debut, he also got everyone talking with how Coco Jones, Rihanna, and Natasha Poonawalla wore his creations.
In a historic and head-turning debut, Manish Malhotra took centre stage at the 2025 Met Gala. The ace designer redefined the global fashion narrative with unapologetic glamour and Indian craftsmanship. He also became the first Indian designer to showcase not one but four dazzling ensembles at fashion's most prestigious event. From regal couture rooted in heritage to celebrity moments dripping in pearls and rubies, his presence marked a cultural crescendo that was both overdue and unforgettable.
Let's take a look at the four Manish Malhotra looks that became the focal point at the 2025 Met Gala.
Manish Malhotra
Ditching convention, Manish Malhotra owned the blue carpet at the Met Gala as he stepped into the spotlight in a sherwani cape. The cape was sculptural, sculpted, and subversive. With his take on Inverness Dandy meeting Indian couture, the look was all about hand embroidery, glass beadwork, and a commanding silhouette. He accessorised his look with a cluster of brooches from his High Jewellery line. Each piece shone like a punctuation mark at the neckline, worn with conviction and continuity. He complemented these exquisite heirlooms with collar pins and cufflinks. With jewels like rubies, diamonds, and South Sea pearls, Manish left a mark on the blue carpet.
Coco Jones
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and actress Coco Jones chose a Manish Malhotra ensemble for her Met Gala debut. Inspired by the rebellious spirit of the 1930s zoot suit, her ensemble featured a tailored satin blouse, pearl-encrusted trousers, and a sweeping cape that was hand-embroidered over six months. Crafted from laser-cut organza and heirloom French lace, the cape shimmered with over 2,00,000 Swarovski crystals and pearls. She completed her look with a crown jewel necklace from the designer's jewellery line. The statement piece came with a striking 20.05 carat Tanzanite centrepiece, surrounded by a harmonious composition of over 47.3 carats of Tanzanites and over 47.6 carats of diamonds.
Natasha Poonawalla
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by MANISH MALHOTRA (@manishmalhotraworld)
Natasha made a commanding statement at the Met Gala 2025 in custom Manish Malhotra couture. She interpreted Black Dandyism in her way and reframed it through the language of Indian couture as she honoured her Parsi ancestry. She opted for a sculpted fishtail skirt that was made from two vintage Gara saris. She paired it with a corset-cummerbund and a vintage French lace bralette. Draped above it all: a sharply tailored black Gara jacket with bold shoulders, lined in imperial purple. She added drama by adding a sculptural lace cravat by Atelier Biser to her look.
Rihanna
rihanna at the met gala 2025 pic.twitter.com/hMffJsAicI — val (@RihannasData) May 6, 2025
top videos
View all
Rihanna opted for a custom Marc Jacobs ensemble for the Met Gala 2025. Her look featured a corseted bodice that she had paired with a cropped tuxedo jacket. She added a dramatic flair to her look by adding a deconstructed blazer that was reimagined into a floor-length skirt, with sleeves knotted elegantly at the back. The sleeves of the blazer featured exquisite ruby buttons that were designed by Manish Malhotra. The singer completed her look with a floppy hat, a polka dot tie, and archival jewels.
Watch CNN-News18 here. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated!
tags :
fashion lifestyle Manish Malhotra Met gala
Location :
Delhi, India, India
First Published:
May 11, 2025, 13:57 IST
News lifestyle Manish Malhotra At The Met Gala 2025: An Ode To Indian Craftsmanship With Four Looks
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
NDTV
an hour ago
- NDTV
Ramadan To Rakhi: 5 Indian Sweets That Define Every Festival
Festivals are at the core of Indian culture - from Raksha Bandhan to Ramadan, we witness and celebrate some festivals almost every month. If your calendar is full of meetings or exam dates, a festival on a random Wednesday provides a welcome break from our busy schedule and encourages us to make time for prayer, spend time with our family, and participate in the festivities. Families come together to celebrate these special days with delicious food and fun. Festival days are the perfect opportunity to take a break from our simple roti-sabzi diet and feast on our favourite snacks, elaborate meals and most importantly, sweets. No joyous festival is complete without having ' kuch meetha '. In fact, there are some timeless Indian sweets people enjoy at many festivals. Let's take a look at these iconic sweet delights. Here Are 5 Indian Sweets That Make Every Festival Special: 1. Comforting Bowl Of Kheer Kheer is one of the most iconic sweets prepared at home during festivals. You can make it with rice or seviyan, and include lots of dry fruits and a touch of saffron to make a deliciously comforting bowl of kheer. Some people enjoy eating it warm, while others prefer a chilled bowl of milky kheer. No matter what your preference, a bowl of kheer makes the festivities extra sweet. Click here to learn how to make delicious kheer at home. Also Read: How Jalebi Changes Shape, Size And Name As You Travel Across India 2. All Kinds Of Barfis Barfi or burfi is a fudge-like Indian sweet that has a milky and melt-in-mouth texture. It is primarily made with khoya and can be enhanced with a variety of flavours such as almond barfi, kaju katli, moong dal barfi, coconut barfi, besan barfi and even chocolate barfi. The scope for experimentation is limitless. You can find a variety of flavours in your favourite sweet shop or make barfi at home using our easy recipe. 3. Melt-In-Mouth Halwas Another festive special sweet treat is halwa. It is made by roasting the main ingredient - atta, suji, moong dal, besan - with ghee and then adding sugar, milk, water and chopped dry fruits. We cannot miss out on mentioning gajar ka halwa, a winter-favourite sweet made by first cooking grated carrots in milk. Halwa is not just a part of festivals, it is considered as an auspicious sweet, prepared to celebrate important moments of life and is also offered to the Gods for seeking blessings. 4. Forever Favourite Gulab Jamuns Gulab Jamun is a pure delight. Another festival-special sweet that is loved both hot and cold, these balls of khoya are fried and dipped in sweet, sugary syrup. The texture is soft, and the flavour is delicious with a hint of rose. Be it Eid or Diwali, Gulab Jamun is a must-have in your festive menu. Want to learn how to make these at home? Click here for the recipe. Also Read: 7 Of The Best Late-Night Dessert Spots In Delhi 5. Rich And Indulgent Ghevar Ghevar or Ghewar is a Rajasthani sweet with a honeycomb-like texture, made from ghee, maida, and sugar syrup. It is often topped with rabri, nuts, rose petals and edible silver vark. Ghevars often pop up in sweet shops especially around the festive season and may not be available the entire year like other sweets. Here's how you can make ghevar at home for sweet festivities. Are all these yummy treats making you crave some Indian sweets? Luckily, there is always a festival around to open that box of mithai and enjoy with your loved ones. Advertisement For the latest food news, health tips and recipes, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and YouTube. Tags: Festival Sweets Indian Sweets Show full article Comments
NDTV
an hour ago
- NDTV
Viral Video Shows NYC Schoolgirl's Love For Maggi, Melts Hearts On Internet
Whether it is satisfying hunger pangs or grabbing a quick snack with your best friend, Maggi is the go-to solution for Indian foodies. While it is a familiar sight to see children carrying Maggi noodles in their lunchboxes in India, a video of an Indian-origin girl named Anya in New York City enjoying the same beloved snack has taken the internet by storm. The clip shows Anya proudly showing off her Maggi noodles lunch, and it is winning hearts online. Shared on New York City's official government Instagram handle, the video features Anya excitedly describing her lunch – Maggi noodles, a popular Indian snack. She says, 'My name is Aanya and this is what is in my lunch. I brought Indian noodles called Maggi. We put the noodles in the pot, add hot water and our spices, and then it turns yellow.' Anya also talks about her favourite food. She adds, 'The chicken curry my mommy makes. She uses different spices, and each one has its own unique aroma.' The side note read, "True fact: there's never a curry better than mommy's. What's In My Lunchbox: Season Two is here! We're celebrating our city's diversity and AAPI Heritage Month through our public school students' lunchboxes. Tune in for a delicious ode to what makes New York special.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by City of New York (@nycgov) Anya's cheerful enthusiasm resonated with Desi foodies, who flocked to the comments section to share their opinions. One user wrote, "Icons love Maggi." Another added, "So cute and she loves the spices mommy puts on her lunch." Someone commented, "I can tell she is an astute student in the kitchen, watching and helping as her mom teaches her how to make all of the most delicious meals." A NYC resident said, "Just adorable and sweet to share the beautiful diversity of our city. Thanks for sharing Anya!" "Yesss Maggi is life!!! This is so sweet - I love my mom's curry too," read a comment. The "What's In My Lunchbox" series honours the cultural heritage of New York City public school kids by displaying the different contents of their lunchboxes. It is a campaign to celebrate the city's rich diversity.
India.com
2 hours ago
- India.com
This 3 hour 2 minute movie broke all records, became highest grosser, earned Rs..., climax will blow your mind, lead actors are...
Some movies, when they are in the making, the makers often wish for them to become a blockbuster. However, sometimes the film either mints money at the box office or becomes a disaster. Today, we will talk about a film that has scored the 4th spot in the list of highest-grossing films. Made on a budget of Rs 550 crore, this film minted more than Rs 1,200 crore. With a stellar cast and power-packed performances, this movie created history after its release. If you are wondering which movie we are talking about, then it is RRR. Directed by S. S. Rajamouli, the movie features N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Ram Charan in the lead roles. The Telugu-language epic action drama film was released in 2022 and created a stir upon release. RRR was based on the fictionalised versions of Indian revolutionaries Komaram Bheem and Alluri Sitarama Raju. Apart from these two leads, the movie also featured Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, and Olivia Morris in supporting roles. The movie gives a tribute to the revolutionaries and how they fought against oppression. RRR Box Office Collection According to Wikipedia, RRR collected between Rs 1,253–1,387 crore, and with that, the film secured the fourth spot on the highest-grossing films' list. If you haven't watched SS Rajamouli's classic yet, then switch to OTT giant Netflix and enjoy!
