'India's Biggest GalaKaar': Shah Rukh Khan's historic Met Gala debut gets Amul's seal of approval

Amul India recreated Shah Rukh Khan's Met Gala moment in a cute cartoon, dubbing him 'India's Biggest Galakaar'.

Updated on: May 7, 2025, 17:29:13 IST

By Ritika Kumar

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Shah Rukh Khan made history as the first Indian male actor to grace the blue carpet of the prestigious Met Gala this year. The superstar made a royal entry dressed by designer Sabyasachi, looking dapper in a floor-length, elongated coat in Tasmanian superfine wool, detailed with monogrammed Japanese horn buttons.

Amul India celebrates Shah Rukh Khan's iconic Met Gala look in a new campaign. (Instagram/ Amul_india)

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Amul India pays tribute to SRK's Met Gala Look

Dairy brand Amul India took inspiration from the look and paid tribute to the actor by naming him 'India's Biggest Galakaar'. In their creative campaign, they included SRK's iconic Bengal Tiger Head Cane—crafted in 18k gold and studded with tourmalines, sapphires, and diamonds—and the signature ‘K’ necklace.

On Wednesday, Amul posted the artwork, which featured an animated version of the superstar in his Met Gala avatar, with the cane in one hand and Amul butter toast in another, on their social media. Their caption read, “#Amul Topical: Shahrukh Khan attends the world’s most prestigious and glamorous fashion event!”

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Shah Rukh thanked Sabyasachi

Earlier in the day, Shah Rukh thanked his designer Sabyasachi on his social media for introducing him to the Met Gala. The superstar posted two pictures-- one monochrome and another coloured, showcasing his black ensemble and exquisite jewellery. Shah Rukh wrote, “Thx @sabyasachiofficial & ur whole team for introducing me to the Met Gala. It’s not my ‘space’ but u made me feel so comfortable…becos u, like me, believe…Style & Fashion…is just being who you are. And all of u made me feel like a ‘K’!”

Indian celebs at Met Gala

Apart from Shah Rukh Khan, Met Gala 2025 also marked singer Diljit Dosanjh and Kiara Advani's debut at the event. The other Indian celebrities who were present at the Met Gala this year were Priyanka Chopra, Isha Ambani, Manish Malhotra, Mona Patel, Natasha Poonawala, Prabal Gurung, and Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

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Ritika Kumar
Ritika Kumar is a seasoned journalist with over 15 years of experience, having written for newspapers, magazines, and online platforms, catering to a diverse range of audiences. Over the years, she has covered general news, lifestyle, and entertainment, building a reputation for sharp observation, compelling storytelling, and an ability to connect with readers across multiple formats. She holds a graduation degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University and a postgraduate diploma from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bangalore. Before joining Hindustan Times, Ritika worked with prominent media organizations including The Times of India, Press Trust of India, NDTV, and the Malayala Manorama Group. These roles allowed her to refine her skills across various beats, mastering the nuances of different formats and tailoring her writing to readers of newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms alike. Beyond journalism, Ritika is deeply passionate about poetry, drawing inspiration from voices ranging from Faiz Ahmed Faiz to T.S. Eliot. She is also a keen cinephile, enjoying discussions about cinematography, acting, and the subtle layers of storytelling on screen. A lover of travel and the outdoors, Ritika often finds inspiration in nature, where she reflects on life’s rhythms. When not working, she can be found soaking in the serene glow of sunsets and reflecting on the intricate workings of the human heartRead More

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