Priyanka Chopra is known for her bold looks at the Met Gala, but reports say that she will not participate in the 2026 edition due to the filming of Varanasi in Antarctica. Fans may be disappointed, but it focuses on SS Rajamouli’s big-budget Telugu film, which is expected to be one of the most expensive Indian productions to date.
Priyanka Chopra was known for her bold outfits at the Met Gala, the prestigious fashion event held on the first Monday in May. Fans always look forward to seeing her there. But reports say that she will not participate in this year’s event due to work.
She has worn many stunning and unique looks in the past Galas which people are loving. This time, fans may be disappointed, as she is busy filming a new movie in Antarctica and can’t attend fashion’s biggest night.
Priyanka Chopra is missing Met Gala 2026
Rumors about her appearance have been circulating for days, but new updates confirm that Priyanka will miss this year’s Met Gala. Scheduled to take place on May 4 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the event marks the biggest night in fashion. Her busy schedule holds different ideas, which prevents her from participating in the big show.
According to British Vogue, PeeCee will be busy filming her upcoming film, Varanasi, amidst the dramatic Antarctic scene. Even with all the hype around the first Monday in May, she’s reportedly stuck at her workplace in Antarctica.Priyanka discussed the wide-open vibe of this year’s Met Gala theme, Fashion is Art. “I mean…what? You can do anything with this! And honestly, being a spectator can be just as fun,” she pointed out.
This honest comment about loving the event from the sidelines this year adds more fuel to the rumors that she may be skipping it entirely.
Priyanka Chopra in the movie “Varanasi”
SS Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ is the much-awaited Telugu project after the massive success of RRR. With a huge budget of $150 million, it was hailed as the most expensive Indian film ever made. Priyanka Chopra’s first look from the film was released in November, creating huge excitement online and almost destroying the internet with all the hype.