India, May 5 -- The Met Gala, often referred to as fashion's biggest night, is one of the most popular and prestigious pop culture events of the year. But did you know that desi representation has gradually grown over the years, with multiple stars making bold couture statements?

Significance

The Met Gala is considered to be one of the most iconic and prestigious events in pop culture. It is often referred to as fashion's biggest night and always happens on the first Monday of May. Proceeds from the charity gala go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.

India's Journey to the Met

Earlier, Indians would occasionally appear at the Met Gala. But, in recent years, India's presence at the iconic gala has increased significa...