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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 7 CITY VIEWS May 8, 2026 Indian Celebrities, Billionaires, Fashionistas Cut Dramatic Profiles @TheMet 2026 ing strength. The idea behind it was to take everyday materials and transform them into something bold and artistic. The outfit also reworked elements of everyday work- wear, turning simple ideas into a high-fashion state- ment. The styling focused on clean lines and strong shapes, allowing the mask and structure of the outfit to stand out. She completed the look with jewellery fromMehta & Sons, along with a personal necklace. The overall styling was led by Rhea Kapoor, with makeup and hair kept minimal to match the tone of the outfit. KARAN JOHAR MAKES MET GALA DEBUT IN MANISH MAL- HOTRA ENSEMBLE INSPIRED BY RAJA RAVI VARMA’S TIMELESS ART Filmmaker Karan Johar knows best how to leave a mark not only with films but also with fashion. In a career spanning almost three decades, Karan, the son of the late director Yash Johar, has created several cin- ematic gems that continue to captivate audiences. His films are celebrated for their compelling story- telling, opulent sets, memorable performances, and, importantly, iconic costume design. From Shah Rukh Khan’s effortlessly cool T-shirts in his directorial debut Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to Rani Mukerji’s elegant chif- fon sarees in Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, his keen eye for fashion has always been evident. Notably, beyond the screen, Karan’s personal style, es- pecially in recent years, has drawn significant attention. And now, on Monday night, he captured the attention of fashion enthusiasts worldwide as he made a striking debut at the Met Gala in an ensemble destined to be remembered for years to come. Karan brought to life his interpretation of the “Cos- tume Art” theme–and the dress code of “fashion is art” in a Manish Malhotra creation. The ensemble, designed by Manish Malhotra, draws its visual language directly from the paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, interpreting the master’s iconic command of drape, light, and ornament through contemporary couture. The silhouette is rooted in classical Indian drapery, restructured with a precision that allows fabric to move with the body without losing its sculptural authority. The garment draws from some of Varma’s most iconic works, among them – Hamsa Damayanti, Kadambari, Arjuna and Subhadra, and There Comes Papa – each painting selected not for spec- tacle, but for the quiet emotional truth it carries. What sets the look apart is its surface: hand-painted detailing executed in gold by traditional artisans, ap- plied directly onto the garment as a painter would work on canvas. The strokes are deliberate, luminous, and irreducible bringing the intimacy of a Ravi Varma portrait into the architecture of a garment. The result is a piece that is neither costume nor conventional couture, but some- thing in between: an image that carries history in its construction and lives differently once worn. MANISH MALHOTRA RETURNS TO MET GALA FOR SECOND TIME, GIVES TRIBUTE TO MUMBAI THROUGH HIS ENSEMBLE India’s renowned designer Manish Malhotra, who made his debut at the Met Gala in 2025, returned to fashion’s biggest night. This time at MET, Manish paid a tribute to Mumbai and the craftsmen of India through his meaningful ensemble. He donned a Mumbai-inspired couture, consisting of a black bandhgala layered with a 960-hour cape crafted by 50 artisans. ISHA AMBANI BRINGS TOUCH OF ART IN SCULPTED GAURAV GUPTA SARI, CARRIES MANGO IN HAND Isha Ambani attended the Met Gala 2026 on Monday night in NewYork, drawing attention with a look that brought together Indian craft and contemporary design. Isha wore a custom couture saree by Gaurav Gupta, created in collaboration with Swadesh artisans. The saree was woven with threads of pure gold and featured handpainted pichwai-inspired motifs in soft gold and earthy tones. The design presented the saree as an artis- tic form, with a sculptural drape. Her blouse, detailed with diamonds and metallic zardozi work, came from her mother Nita Ambani’s personal collection. The look also included a historic sarpech piece placed at the back, which was once part of the Nizam’s collection. Isha completed her look with a jasmine-inspired hair sculpture, designed as a modern take on the traditional mogra gajra. The piece was handcrafted over 150 hours using paper, copper and brass. However, what caught the eye of everyone was her mango-shaped sculpture by artist Subodh Gupta. The accessory served as a nod to Indian heritage and added an artistic element to her overall appearance. Mango, which is also the national fruit of India, lent deeper cultural symbolism to the striking piece. Her jewellery included pieces from Nita Ambani’s private collection, along with additions from Lorraine Schwartz and Kantilal Chhotalal. -ANI PHOTO: INSTAGRAM COURTESY ANI Filmmaker Karan Johar PHOTO:REUTERS PHOTO: INSTAGRAM @ANAITASHROFFADAJANIA.COURTESY ANI Manish Malhotra @the Met. Isha Ambani - Continued From Page 6