Deepika Padukone Will Not Be Attending MET Gala 2026; Here’s Why

Deepika Padukone, currently expecting her second child with husband Ranveer Singh, has been balancing her personal and professional life with grace. The actress has been busy shooting for King alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Cape Town, and several glimpses from the sets recently went viral on social media. The much-loved duo’s reunion on screen has sparked excitement, but it’s her dedication to her work, even during her second pregnancy, that’s truly shining through. With the MET Gala 2026 just around the corner, many are wondering—will Deepika make an appearance this year?

Deepika Padukone To Skip MET Gala 2026

Now as per reports, sources have clarified that Deepika Padukone will not be attending the Met Gala this year. According to the source, “Her priority has always been and continues

to be films. With King slated to release at the end of this year and Raaka scheduled to release next year, her priority at the moment is to complete the shoot for these two films.”

Yes, the audience across the globe will miss her serving some iconic looks this year, but with two of the biggest films of the country in production right now, Deepika is busy fulfilling her professional commitments.

A few days ago, reports revealed that Deepika plays a significant role in Atlee’s film Raaka and she already has wrapped the shooting sequences, which includes a grand entrance and a major action sequence alongside Allu Arjun. Meanwhile, leaked glimpses from the sets of King, featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, have further amplified anticipation among fans.

About Met Gala 2026

The Met Gala 2026 is set to take place on May 5 (IST) at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This year’s theme is “Fashion Is Art,” and a diverse mix of global celebrities from film, music, fashion, and sports are set to attend the prestigious event.

High-profile attendees and co-chairs for the event include Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour. Meanwhile, stars like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Bad Bunny, and Kendall Jenner are also anticipated to grace the red carpet. From India, filmmaker Karan Johar will reportedly make his MET Gala debut this year. According to industry buzz, the filmmaker will attend fashion’s biggest night alongside regular Met Gala attendee Natasha Poonawalla and close friend, couturier Manish Malhotra.