Blackpink Lisa Becomes First K-Pop Artist To Host Met Gala 2026; Joins Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat

The 2026 Met Gala will explore the theme 'Fashion Is Art', challenging guests to interpret how fashion intersects with art. Scheduled for May 4, this annual event promises to showcase extravagant attire inspired by the spring exhibit at the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This year's gala will highlight 200 art objects alongside 200 garments, aiming to demonstrate the historical connection between fashion and art. As anticipation builds, here are essential details to know about the upcoming event. This year marks return of Beyonce as co-chair, joining co-chairs Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman and tennis superstar Venus Williams. Also, Blackpink's Lisa is set to make history once again, this time, joining the prestigious

Host Committee of the 2026 Met Gala.

Blackpink Lisa Becomes First K-Pop Artist To Host Met Gala 2026

Announced in December 2025, the K-pop idol is joined by fellow committee members Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Sam Smith, Teyana Taylor, Gwendoline Christie, Elizabeth Debicki, Lena Dunham, Chloe Malle, Lauren Wasser, and A’ja Wilson, among others. The news has left Lisa's fans going gaga as they are super excited for her adding a new feather to her hat.

The host committee also features designer Anthony Vaccarello and filmmaker Zoë Kravitz, along with a diverse group of celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter and Teyana Taylor. The livestream for the Met Gala red carpet is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, and will start at 6:00 pm EDT on Vogue's YouTube channel. The exclusive coverage, themed as "Fashion is Art," is hosted by Vogue.

Where And When To Watch Met Gala 2026?

For the Indian viewers, the event will be live-streamed on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, beginning at 3:30 AM IST.

The BLACKPINK star has started the year already making history. In January, she became the first K-pop artist to present at the Golden Globe Awards — one of the world’s most prestigious film and television awards ceremonies. On the other hand, Ahn Hyo-seop, the Business Proposal actor, also continues to expand his global presence with his confirmed attendance at the 2026 Met Gala, one of the world’s most prestigious fashion events. His participation highlights his growing influence in the international fashion scene beyond the acting world. This milestone follows his notable appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and at the Academy Awards, completing what many describe as a Global Triple Crown across television, film, and fashion. Ahn has become a leading figure representing Korean talent worldwide.