Priyanka Chopra Jonas To Skip Met Gala 2026? Here's What We Know

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the global diva, is one of the celebrities who is often seen turning heads at the Met Gala. Known for her bold and experimental fashion choices, she has consistently delivered standout red carpet moments over the years, effortlessly blending high fashion with her signature confidence and global appeal. This year too, she was expected to make a striking appearance, with fans eagerly waiting to see her statement look. However, a recent report suggests that PeeCee may skip the 2026 edition of the iconic event.

The Met Gala, an annual fundraiser organised by the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is widely regarded as fashion’s biggest night. This year, the theme for the prestigious event is “Fashion

is Art.” According to Variety India, Priyanka Chopra Jonas will not be gracing the 78th edition of the Met Gala on May 4. There has been speculation for weeks about her attendance, but the publication has confirmed that the actress will not be present at the gala. Her schedule is tied up due to a prior work commitment. However, she is expected to make a stylish appearance at another prestigious gala just a few days later.

The report further reveals that Priyanka will be seen heading to LA to receive the Global Vanguard honor at the Gold House Gold Gala. The event is scheduled to take place at the Music Center in Los Angeles on May 9, 2026. The award recognises her remarkable 25-year career, her cultural influence across both the Asia-Pacific and Western entertainment industries, and her efforts to champion South Asian representation on a global stage.

Meanwhile, Karan Johar and Alia Bhatt will reportedly be making a stylish appearance at the Met Gala 2026. Fans are eagerly waiting to see their fashionable looks. Even Deepika Padukone, who is pregnant with her second baby, is speculated to grace the red carpet alongside her husband Ranveer Singh. If they make a joint appearance, it will surely break the internet. Currently, she is busy shooting for King with Shah Rukh Khan in Cape Town.