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Who is Sudha Reddy? Met Gala-bound Indian woman who wore 200+ carats of diamonds in 2024
Sudha Reddy to attend Met Gala 2026 after dazzling in 200+ carats of diamonds in 2024.
Indian businesswoman and philanthropist Sudha Reddy, director of the MEIL Group, is set to represent India on the global stage at the 2026 Met Gala in New York.
(Also read: Who is Sudha Reddy, Indian billionaire who wore over 200 carats of diamonds at Met Gala 2024?)
This year’s gala draws inspiration from the Costume Art exhibition, which celebrates 5,000 years of style through 400 unique objects. With the dress code titled “Fashion Is Art,” guests are expected to treat their outfits as living works of art, reflecting the long relationship between the human body, clothing and artistic expression.
Focus on Indian craftsmanship
In the past, Reddy has worn striking creations by celebrated Indian designers Falguni Shane Peacock and Tarun Tahiliani. This year, as the theme centres on fashion as an art form, insiders suggest she may collaborate with leading Indian names such as Sabyasachi Mukherjee or Manish Malhotra.
As per news agency ANI, a source close to Reddy said, “Her goal is always to showcase the beauty of Indian textiles and jewelry.” The source added, “This isn't just about a party; it's about making sure Indian craftsmanship is seen by the entire world.”
A year of global appearances
Reddy’s upcoming visit to New York comes after a busy year in which she represented India at several high-profile international events, including the Paris Olympics, the Cannes Film Festival and the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Beyond her appearances on global platforms, Reddy is known for her work in business and philanthropy. She is a director at Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited, commonly known as MEIL. She also heads the Sudha Reddy Foundation, through which she is involved in charitable projects and social initiatives.
Who is Sudha Reddy?
Sudha Reddy is married to Krishna Reddy and is the mother of their two children, Manas and Pranav.
She also made headlines at the 2024 Met Gala, where she wore more than 200 carats of diamonds, further drawing global attention to her red carpet presence.
She grew up in Vijayawada and married Krishna Reddy when she was 19. Reddy has previously said that marrying young helped their relationship, as she believes they grew up together.
The Met Gala, scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, is expected to be one of the most star-studded editions of the event. This year’s co-chairs include Beyonce, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams, while Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Bezos are serving as lead sponsors.
Reddy will join nearly 450 global personalities, including Sabrina Carpenter and Lisa, as the event celebrates the connection between clothing and art.
