The 2025 Met Gala was a star-studded affair, with glamorous women laughing and couples swooning as they descended the museum steps to the party below. The event was captured by photographer Poupay Jutharat, who expertly navigated the crowded halls to capture all the action.
Jutharat, in her second year at the Met Gala, joked about not getting lost inside this time around. She recounted bumping into Leonardo DiCaprio and snapping photos of Usher on stage while Sabrina Carpenter danced nearby. Standing at just five feet tall, she had to tip-toe to get the perfect shots, with even Bad Bunny giggling at her efforts.
The night was filled with memorable moments, like Lorde explaining the physics of her backless chrome Thom Brown outfit to friends like Dua Lipa. Jutharat was lucky enough to capture A$AP Rocky and Rihanna together in a hallway, as well as Stella McCartney kissing Rihanna’s baby bump.
In the dining room, Jutharat witnessed Usher and Stevie Wonder’s performance, with celebrities like Zendaya, Dua Lipa, Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, and Swizz Beatz enjoying the music. She also captured Colman Domingo’s dance moves and saw Spike Lee taking a front-row seat to enjoy Stevie Wonder’s performance.
Despite the glitz and glamour, Jutharat noted that the Met Gala can be a bit unnavigable for both celebrities and photographers. She observed celebrities getting lost and walking alone, as well as two distinct zones at the reception: one where introverted celebrities enjoyed the artworks and another where celebrities mingled and stepped on each other’s dresses.
Overall, the 2025 Met Gala was a night to remember, filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments captured by the talented Poupay Jutharat.
