Shah Rukh Khan grabbed attention and broke records at Met Gala 2025 by emerging as the first Indian male movie star to ever walk the famous red carpet. Wearing a black-on-black outfit created by Sabyasachi, the superstar not only stunned with his dashing appearance — he also won over fans and media with his down-to-earth attitude.
SRK Stuns in All-Black Sabyasachi Look
The actor attended the event in a sharp black suit adorned with statement, bold jewellery. His attire, designed by renowned designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee, reflected sophistication mixed with creative expression. Shah Rukh’s presence, as always, was full of charisma, and his first-time appearance at the Met Gala became the buzzword overnight.
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While Shah Rukh’s appearance drew admiration, a specific moment from the evening went viral online. In a video widely circulated across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit, SRK is seen saying, “I’m Shah Rukh,” while introducing himself to international media outlets.
Fans were upset about the seeming foreign media ignorance about him. “It’s 2025. If you’re writing about the Met Gala, you ought to know who Shah Rukh Khan is.” Another commented, “I hope they go home and Google him and discover just how POPULAR he actually is.”
SRK Reveals the Artistic Message Behind His Outfit
In a conversation with a journalist, Shah Rukh justified the idea behind his fashion sense. He told, “My designer, Sabyasachi — he conceived it, and viewed it as a symbol of freedom, of attempting to be firm and tough against things that can oppress you.”
When queried if he had ever known of this idea previously or tried out experimenting with it previously, he responded bluntly, “Honestly, no, but I learned about it now. So within the past 20 days, I got to learn about what it was. And I’m an actor, so I found it quite interesting — how the determination to transform things without oppression or resentment can still incorporate the enthusiasm of art in it. So yeah, that was incredible.”
A Global Icon Reclaims the Spotlight
Despite the initial confusion among global photographers, Shah Rukh Khan’s modest “I’m Shah Rukh” moment became a viral sensation, proving once again why he remains a beloved icon — not just in India, but around the world. His blend of humility and sophistication turned his Met Gala debut into one of the most talked-about appearances of the night.