Pakistani celebrities join Met Gala 2026 trend with AI-generated looks

As the Met Gala 2026 dominated global social media conversations in New York City, several Pakistani celebrities joined the trend in a creative and unconventional way by showcasing AI-generated versions of their own red carpet appearances.

Instead of attending the high-profile fashion event in person, Pakistani stars used artificial intelligence tools to imagine and share digitally created outfits on Instagram, blending fashion with technology and digital creativity.

Actor Srha Asgr shared an AI-generated image of herself in a beige gown decorated with vintage picture frames. In a playful caption, she wrote, “Yes it’s true…I was invited to the Met Gala 2026. Haters will say it’s fake!”, reflecting the humorous tone of the viral trend.

Actress Qudsia Ali also participated by posting her AI-designed look in a pink floral outfit. She simply captioned her post: “Attending it digitally,” embracing the concept of virtual participation in one of the world’s most exclusive fashion events.

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The Instagram couple Rehan and Rabya, popularly known as Ronnie & Coco, also joined the trend. They shared matching black sequined outfits inspired by the fictional character Dr. Octopus, further highlighting the experimental nature of AI-driven fashion content.

Actor Azfar Rehman took a more artistic approach, revealing an AI-generated outfit inspired by Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpiece La Pedrera. He asked followers for feedback, saying, “Let me know what you think. Would it have been a hit on the red carpet?”

Fans and fellow celebrities responded with amusement and surprise, engaging widely with the imaginative digital looks.

The trend reflects a growing shift among Pakistani celebrities toward using AI as a tool for creative self-expression, allowing them to participate in global cultural moments in a virtual format even without physical attendance.