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Diljit Dosanjh's Met Gala Look Highlights Colonial Legacy of Patiala Necklace

Dosanjh's homage to Maharaja Bhupinder Singh sparks debates on Cartier's refusal to lend the historic necklace, raising questions of racial and cultural bias.

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Overview

  • Diljit Dosanjh made his Met Gala debut on May 5, 2025, wearing a regal Prabal Gurung ensemble inspired by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, featuring Gurmukhi script and traditional accessories.
  • Fans and commentators criticized Cartier for denying Dosanjh's request to borrow the original Patiala Necklace, which is currently on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
  • The controversy intensified as it was revealed that American influencer Emma Chamberlain was permitted to wear part of the historic necklace at the 2022 Met Gala.
  • Dosanjh wore a custom necklace designed by Manav Golecha, featuring over 50 carats of tourmalines and a 130-carat emerald, as a tribute to the original piece.
  • The incident has reignited discussions about colonial-era looted artifacts, cultural representation, and the double standards in global fashion partnerships.