Karan Johar wants selfie with Sabrina Carpenter at Met Gala 2026, 9-year-old twins call the singer ‘obsessed’

Ahead of his much-awaited debut at the Met Gala 2026 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Karan Johar literally took over New York’s famous Empire State Building, creating a night that was filled with both fashion and emotion. And while all eyes were on her red carpet moment, the filmmaker had a surprisingly good mission in mind.

Karan Johar wants to meet Sabrina Carpenter at Met Gala

Amidst the glamour, Karan revealed that one of the people he was most excited to meet was pop star Sabrina Carpenter, and it was because of her children.

Sharing a candid moment in a chat with the Empire State Building, he said, “Can I be honest? I am a father to twins, Yash and Roohi, they are both 9 years old. My daughter is crazy about Sabrina Carpenter. If I can meet her and take a selfie with her, it would be the best gift.”

Look back at where it all began

Reflecting on his journey, Karan revealed that fashion was actually his first job before entering films. “I started out as a costume designer when I was about 22, but being on a film set made me realize that filmmaking is what really excites and inspires me,” she said of her evolution from styling looks to creating cinematic worlds.

Representing India on the global carpet

For Karan, this Met Gala appearance is not just another milestone, it is very personal. He admitted that he had been following the event for years, especially at a time when it was not much discussed in India.

“I’ve tracked the Met Gala for years and always wondered what it would be like to be on that carpet, where every look tells a story and shows so much artistry,” he said. This year’s theme is very much in line with her own belief that fashion is an art form, she said, “This really feels like a full circle moment for me, and it’s also a very important year to represent India and showcase our cultural heritage on the global stage.”