MET Gala 2024, Mindy Kaling slays in Gaurav Gupta ensemble celebrating her Indian roots in a piece of art  

Met Gala 2024: Embodying the gala's theme of Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, Kaling showcased a bespoke gown and cape, which was praised by top fashion critiques and netizens (Image: @gauravguptaofficial/Instagram)

Designer Gaurav Gupta marked his debut appearance at the prestigious Met Gala 2024 with his brand’s latest creation, The Melting Flower of Time, in collaboration with renowned actress, comedian, and author Mindy Kaling.

Kaling, renowned for her groundbreaking achievements as an Indian woman in the entertainment industry, emerged as the quintessential muse for Gupta's innovative vision and stunned the onlookers in a gorgeous ensemble.

Embodying the gala's theme of Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, Kaling showcased a bespoke gown and cape, praised by top fashion critiques and netizens. The ensemble captured the essence of Gupta's avant-garde aesthetic while accentuating Kaling's grace and poise.

Sharing more details about the ensemble, couturier Gaurav Gupta wrote on his Instagram post, “Mindy radiates grace, making her the ideal muse for this design. Just as a flower blooms only once before withering away, this gown embodies the transient yet exquisite essence of style. It's almost like the gown Mindy is wearing melts away in time, evoking a surreal journey through loops of infinity, as represented by our brand logo.” (SIC)

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Inspired by J.G. Ballard's short story The Garden of Time, Gaurav’s creation for Mindy artfully intertwines elements of fleeting beauty and timeless elegance, serving as the muse for the Met Gala 2024. Mindy’s MET gown featured a central bud surrounded by delicate petals, each intricately designed to create the illusion of melting from a fully bloomed flower. Her collaboration with Gupta underscores the fusion of creative minds from different spheres, promising an unforgettable moment on the Met Gala stage.

Speaking about the recent design collaboration with the designer, actress Mindy Kaling, informed in a press statement, “Wearing Gaurav Gupta at the MET Gala is not just about donning a stunning gown; it's a way for me to support my roots and give a talented Indian designer the platform he deserves. I remember the first time I saw some of my favorite celebrities like Cardi B and my friend Poorna Jagannathan wearing one of Gaurav Gupta's designs, and I was captivated. For me, wearing his creation tonight is a way to honour his artistry on one of the most anticipated nights of the fashion calendar. I am so impressed with Gaurav’s artful interpretation of this year’s Met Gala theme, intertwining the beauty of a blooming flower with his signature sculptural techniques to evoke the passage of time and cycle of nature.”

The Hollywood actress and TV personality called it a “surreal” experience to work with Guarav Gupta and mentioned that she is “grateful” to wear the masterpiece designed by the India designer. Speaking more about the Indian connect with her look, she added further, “Collaborating with Hema Bose, whose Bengali roots resonate with my own heritage, has been incredibly warm and meaningful. It's not often you get to work with someone whose roots go back to your own upbringing, and I've cherished every moment of this collaboration. I also want to extend my deepest gratitude to Molly Dickson, whose impeccable styling and dedication have brought this entire vision to life, in addition to my incredible glam team Eva Kim and Richard Grant. Without their dedication and artistry, the look would not have been possible.”