The fashion world’s biggest event, Met Gala 2026, is approaching, but there is a disappointing news for Indian fans. Famous Bollywood actress and global icon Deepika Padukone will not be seen on the famous stairs of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art this time.
According to sources, this decision has been taken due to his current film work. Deepika had previously participated in this event in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
A close source said that Deepika is giving priority to her film schedule at the moment, as she has two big projects. The source said, “His priority has always been films and will continue to be so. ‘King’ is going to be released later this year and ‘Raaka’ is going to be released next year, so his priority is to complete the shooting of these films.
Recently, Deepika and Ranveer Singh were seen at the airport, leading to speculations that the couple will be seen together for the first time at the Met Gala. However, the source has confirmed that this is not true. Deepika has decided to fulfill her work commitments as she wants to maintain a balance between her professional and personal life. Recently she has also announced her second pregnancy.
Deepika, who has been a frequent Met Gala attendee for the past few years, also balances international engagements with her growing film projects. His absence this year has come at a time when India’s representation is continuously increasing in this Gala.
The Met Gala 2026 will be held on May 5 (IST) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This year’s theme has been “Fashion Is Art”, in which many celebrities from the world of film, music, fashion and sports are expected to attend.
Prominent celebrities attending the gala include Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour. Apart from this, celebrities like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Bad Bunny and Kendall Jenner are also likely to be seen on the red carpet. From India, Karan Johar will be making his debut at the Met Gala this year.
