Shah Rukh Khan becomes first Indian actor to walk the Met Gala

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Met Gala debut

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Walking wearing Sabyasachi

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SRK’s outfits

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Global icon status

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Overseas popularity

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Locarno Film Festival honor

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Cultural ambassador

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International ad campaigns

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Unmatched stardom

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