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Bollywood Icons Shine at Met Gala Amid Overshadowing

5/7/2025

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Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and artist Diljit Dosanjh stole the spotlight at the Met Gala, but their moment was overshadowed by co-hosts Teyana Taylor and Ego Nwodim, who seemed unaware of Khan's immense global fame. Mukherjee passionately pointed out the disrespect shown towards South Asian icons, underscoring the need for greater recognition.

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Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and artist Diljit Dosanjh stole the spotlight at the Met Gala, but their moment was overshadowed by co-hosts Teyana Taylor and Ego Nwodim, who seemed unaware of Khan's immense global fame. Mukherjee passionately pointed out the disrespect shown towards South Asian icons, underscoring the need for greater recognition.