Beyond the widely-discussed slapgate incident and Heidi Klum’s nearly seven-foot vermin Halloween costume, there was another major moment that dominated pop culture in 2022. It was Blake Lively‘s standout moment in the golden glamour of the 2022 Met Gala. As she mounted the red carpet steps in her crystal-encrusted dress, the Gossip Girl alum not only quickened Ryan Reynolds‘ heartbeat but also had every fan swooning. And now, someone from faraway lands has sought to recreate the 2022 fashion highlight!

Billionaire family, famous for hosting celebrities from every corner of the world, recently gave a nod to Blake Lively’s iconic ensemble.

The Versace gown of Blake Lively enjoys a sweet comeback

Asia’s wealthiest family, the Ambanis, recently arranged pre-wedding celebrations for Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son, Anant Ambani, and Radhika Merchant. For the cocktail soiree on March 1st, Radhika Merchant opted for a gown inspired by Blake Lively’s iconic 2022 Met Gala attire. Her off-shoulder gown by Versace featured a pink hue and intricate embellishments, complemented by delicate lace detailing at the waist. Although inspired by Blake Lively, the 29-year-old Indian bride’s look was not a carbon copy.

Lively had paired her outfit with matching gloves and a dramatic train attached to her gown as well, but Radhika Merchant chose to forgo these details for her cocktail evening. Anant Ambani’s fiancee complemented her custom-made Versace attire with diamond jewelry, including a gorgeous necklace adorned with yellow stones, a sleek bracelet, and heart-shaped earrings. While Lively’s outfit got a shoutout at the wedding shindig, another A-lister jetted off to India to put on a show at the festivities.

Pop icon Rihanna hit the stage for her debut performance in India at the extravagant pre-wedding bash of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, all with a hefty paycheck.

The Ambanis shelled out millions for Rihanna’s performance

Rihanna, famed for her global tours and occasional private performances, secured a substantial payment for her performance in the pre-wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Insider sources informed India Today that her fee for the performance ranged from $8 to $9 million. It has also been reported that a significant portion of the expenses for her appearance went towards logistics, including transporting her stage equipment and organizing outfit changes for her and her background singers.

Rihanna took the stage with a medley of her greatest hits, including ‘Pour It Up’, ‘Wild Things’, and ‘Diamonds’. After her set, Rihanna took a moment to chat with the media. Speaking to ANI News, she expressed her utmost enjoyment in India saying, “It was best, and I want to come back to India. I loved it“. With the likes of Gigi Hadid, Tom Holland, Zendaya, and now Rihanna flying all the way down for the Ambanis, one can only wonder what surprises lie ahead from the Indian industrialist family.

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