King Khan Conquers Met Gala 2025: SRK Tops Global Charts, Outshines Rihanna and Priyanka!

Updated: May 15, 2025 21:49

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Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan has made history at the Met Gala 2025, dominating the power list of the world's most influential people and outpacing global superstars such as Rihanna, Lewis Hamilton, and Priyanka Chopra. Wearing a bespoke all-black Sabyasachi outfit, SRK dazzled the world and created an unprecedented $19 million in Media Impact Value (MIV)-more than twice that of his nearest rival.

Key Highlights:

Historic Premiere: Shah Rukh Khan was the first Bollywood star to step onto the Met Gala red carpet, charming fans globally with his majestic black ensemble, a diamond-encrusted 'K' necklace, and a walking stick made from 18-karat gold with the figure of a Bengal tiger embossed upon it.
Global Power Rankings: The Hollywood Reporter and data company Launchmetrics had SRK at the top of the "Top 5 Men on the Red Carpet" with $19 million in MIV. He outranked F1 racing champion Lewis Hamilton ($9.4 million), Punjabi action hero Diljit Dosanjh ($7.3 million), Colman Domingo ($6.5 million), and Bad Bunny ($6.4 million).
Beating Global Icons: Among the women, BLACKPINK's Lisa topped the list at $21.3 million MIV, followed by Rihanna, Zendaya, and Priyanka Chopra, demonstrating the international diversity and stardom of this year's gala.
Social Media Mania: SRK's Met Gala appearance trended worldwide, and his Instagram post garnered more than 5.7 million likes, generating global discussions about his style, charm, and cultural influence.
Industry Reactions: Although for a brief moment there was a slight controversy in which the hosts of Met Gala overlooked him, SRK's arrival was welcomed by fans and industry professionals alike, with fashion designer Sabyasachi referring to him as "probably the most famous man in the world."

Shah Rukh Khan's success at the Met Gala 2025 not only represents a milestone in Indian presence on the international scene but also makes him officially a global style icon.

Source: Hindustan Times, Times of India, Indian Express, Moneycontrol, NewsX

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