Hrithik Roshan walked into the 15th LACMA Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles on November 7, 2026, and walked out as the first mainstream Indian actor to ever attend the prestigious event. The Bollywood star joined a guest list that read like a Hollywood awards season lineup — Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothée Chalamet, Nicole Kidman, Tom Hanks, Andrew Garfield, Anya Taylor-Joy, Kim Kardashian, and Kylie Jenner were all in the room. Dressed in a custom Brunello Cucinelli tuxedo, Roshan greeted photographers with a folded-hands namaste, a small gesture that quickly became one of the most shared moments of the night.
What the LACMA Art+Film Gala Actually Is
The LACMA Art+Film Gala is an annual fundraiser held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The event supports the museum’s film initiatives, exhibitions, acquisitions, and educational programmes. Gucci has served as the presenting sponsor since the gala began in 2011. Leonardo DiCaprio and LACMA trustee Eva Chow have co-chaired the event every year since its first edition, and they returned for the 15th consecutive year in 2026.
The 2026 edition honoured Denis Villeneuve, the filmmaker behind the Dune films, and Vija Celmins, a visual artist known for detailed works exploring the natural world. The gala took place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the museum itself. BLACKPINK‘s Rosé was the evening’s musical guest.
The Guest Who Made History
Hrithik Roshan‘s presence at the gala was not a random red-carpet stop. He was hosted by Kavita Gupta, an Indian-origin producer, venture capitalist, and member of the International Emmy Board. Gupta has been involved in promoting Indian talent on international platforms, and her invitation placed Roshan inside one of Hollywood’s most exclusive cultural gatherings.
“Hrithik’s presence marked a notable moment for Indian representation at the prestigious cultural gathering, as he became the first mainstream Indian actor to attend the event.” — ANI
The actor’s team confirmed that he wore a custom tuxedo by Italian luxury fashion brand Brunello Cucinelli, a label built around the idea of “quiet luxury” and humanistic capitalism. Some reports described the tuxedo as midnight-blue, while others called it all-black — a sign of how quickly details can blur when a star of Roshan’s stature steps onto a global stage. What did not blur was the reaction.
The Namaste That Travelled Around the World
A video shared by the official LACMA Instagram account shows Roshan arriving at the event and greeting the waiting photographers with a namaste. The clip spread quickly across social media, with fan accounts and news outlets reposting the moment.
“Let’s get Hrithik sir a bond audition now.” — Instagram user, as quoted by NDTV
“My favorite Actor of All time!!” — Instagram user, as quoted by NDTV
“Damn his face card and personality Greek god for many reasons.” — Instagram user, as quoted by Particle News
One comment noted that Roshan appears to be “ageing in reverse,” a phrase that stuck with several outlets covering the event. The James Bond chatter was not entirely new — Roshan’s name has circulated in fan conversations about the role before — but the LACMA photos gave it fresh fuel.
A Guest List Packed With Hollywood Heavyweights
The 2026 LACMA Art+Film Gala drew names from film, fashion, music, and business. Leonardo DiCaprio and Eva Chow led the evening as co-chairs. Tom Hanks, Timothée Chalamet, Nicole Kidman, Andrew Garfield, Anya Taylor-Joy, Rufus Sewell, Ashley Park, Jessica Williams, and Monica Barbaro were among the actors in attendance. Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian represented the fashion and entrepreneur side of the room, while Michelle Yeoh, Viola Davis, Julia Garner, Salma Hayek Pinault, and Al Pacino were also present.
Paris Hilton posed with husband Carter Reum against Chris Burden’s Urban Light installation, a fixture of the LACMA campus. BLACKPINK‘s Rosé attended in a Saint Laurent dress, and aespa member Ningning was also among the international stars.
Hrithik Roshan’s Career at a Glance
The LACMA appearance comes at a busy point in Roshan’s career. He was last seen in War 2 in 2025, and he made cameo appearances in Alia Bhatt‘s Alpha and Rajinikanth‘s Jailer 2. Jailer 2 hit theatres on October 15, 2026. His next project is Krrish 4, where he will reprise his role as the superhero and also serve as director for the first time. The Krrish franchise began in 2003 with Koi… Mil Gaya, followed by installments in 2006 and 2013, all directed by his father Rakesh Roshan.
What the Invitation Signals
An invitation to LACMA does not automatically mean a Hollywood career move. The gala is a cultural fundraiser, not a casting call. But the optics matter. Indian actors have attended global events before, yet the mainstream Indian film industry has rarely been represented at this particular gathering in its 15-year history. Roshan’s presence puts a Bollywood star in the same room as the producers, directors, and studio figures who shape international film culture — and it does so without a film to promote.
The Gucci-backed gala raises funds for LACMA’s film programming, and its guest list is carefully curated to mix artists, filmmakers, and fashion figures. Roshan’s host, Kavita Gupta, has spent years connecting Indian talent with international platforms. The invitation, in that sense, was not accidental. It was the result of relationships built over time.
A Night of Fashion, Not Just Film
The LACMA Art+Film Gala doubles as one of the most photographed fashion nights in Los Angeles. Kim Kardashian wore a structured Gucci ensemble, while Kylie Jenner chose an Ashi Studio look. Nicole Kidman wore a custom Chanel gown, Anya Taylor-Joy wore vintage Pierre Cardin paired with Tiffany & Co. jewellery, and Andrew Garfield wore a tailored Gucci suit. Julia Garner arrived in Loewe, and Viola Davis and Salma Hayek Pinault wore custom Gucci. Roshan‘s Brunello Cucinelli tuxedo fit the evening’s black-tie tone without competing with it — a choice that several outlets described as “understated” and “sleek”.
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What Happens Next for Roshan
Krrish 4 remains the headline project on Roshan’s slate. The film marks his directorial debut and continues a franchise that has been part of Indian pop culture for more than two decades. The LACMA trip does not change that timeline. It simply adds a new line to a career that has already crossed borders — and a new image to the growing file of Indian stars being seen, and photographed, in Hollywood’s most important rooms.
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