Colombian pop star Shakira captured the attention of Indian fans worldwide after sharing a heartfelt greeting during the Met Gala 2025. In a candid video filmed inside a car en route to the event, Shakira was seen with Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, Nicole Scherzinger, and Tessa Thompson.
As the camera panned to Diljit, Shakira warmly addressed her Indian audience, saying, “Hi India,” while Diljit responded with a traditional namaste gesture. The clip quickly went viral, sparking excitement and admiration across social media.
The heartwarming exchange between Shakira and Diljit Dosanjh has led to widespread calls from fans for a musical collaboration between the two artists. However, Diljit Dosanjh is instead said to be looking at China and Hong Kong and is rumoured to be tying-up with Chinese singer Jackson Wang for a collaboration.
The Met Gala 2025 was notable for its strong multicultural presence. Diljit Dosanjh made a striking debut, proudly wearing traditional Sikh attire designed by Prabal Gurung, complete with a turban, sherwani, and ceremonial kirpan.
He joined other prominent Indian celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Kiara Advani, and Priyanka Chopra, further highlighting Indian representation on the global stage. Shakira’s friendly gesture, paired with Diljit’s respectful response, stood out as a symbol of cross-cultural camaraderie and mutual appreciation.