Isha Ambani made a bold appearance at the Met Gala 2026, but her look has divided the internet. While her outfit was rich in detail and craftsmanship, many social media users felt she failed to carry it with confidence. Soon after her red carpet walk, reactions flooded online, with several netizens comparing her to Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives fame Shalini Passi.
For MET Gala 2026, themed “Fashion Is Art,” Isha Ambani chose a striking custom outfit by Gaurav Gupta. The look aimed to celebrate Indian heritage and craftsmanship. However, despite the grand design and concept, it sparked mixed reactions, with many questioning whether she was able to pull off such a dramatic ensemble.
Isha Ambani’s Gold Saree Turns Heads At MET Gala 2026
Isha Ambani wore a custom saree woven entirely with pure gold threads. The outfit featured hand-painted Pichwai-inspired designs and fresco-style detailing. It took over 1,200 hours and a team of 50 artisans to complete.
The saree was paired with a signature sculptural cape, adding a modern twist to the traditional drape. The blouse stood out with heavy jewellery work. It was decorated with over 1800 carats of diamonds, emeralds and polki. Some of these stones came from Nita Ambani’s private collection, including 200 old mine-cut diamonds.
The look also featured a historic touch. At the back, there was a sarpech from the famous collection of the Nizam of Hyderabad. Isha completed her look with a mango-shaped sculpture by artist Subodh Gupta and a unique gajra made from paper, copper and brass.
Netizens Say Isha Ambani ‘Couldn’t Pull Off’ Her MET Gala 2026 Look
Despite the detailed craftsmanship, many users on social media were not impressed. Several felt that Isha Ambani looked uncomfortable and lacked confidence on the red carpet.
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One Reddit user wrote, “Why is she looking like a yassified Suhana Khan?”
Another commented, “The saree and the jewellery is stunning literal art, but she is not carrying it well, looks very underconfident and overwhelmed.”
A third user said, “She’s always like that. It’s like the dress wore her.”
A user compared her to Shalini Passi and wrote, “Styled like paasi lady kya naam tha uska from bollywood wives show..”
Replying to it, one commented, “She would have killed it.”
A user said, “Shalini would have been hella confident.”
A netizen wrote, “All the money, access to the best stylists, designers but never looks wow.”
One more shared, “The Ambanis need to stop wasting money trying to make Isha into a international fashion icon. It’s just not happening even with all the money and access.”
Another said, “All the money and all the resources yet can’t even pull off a look effortlessly. Dress is wearing her.”
Isha Ambani’s MET Gala Journey Over The Years
Isha Ambani has built a strong presence at the Met Gala over the years. She made her debut in 2017 in a floral gown by Christian Dior. In 2019, she wore a lilac princess-style gown by Prabal Gurung.
In 2023, she opted for a black satin sari-gown by Prabal Gurung, paired with a Chanel doll bag. Her 2024 look featured a floral sari-gown by Rahul Mishra, which reportedly took 10,000 hours to create. In 2025, she wore a custom Anamika Khanna outfit, styled with a vintage Cartier necklace valued at nearly $150 million.
