Shooting the Met Gala 2024 Departures: Behind the Lens with Parish Mandhan for The Taj Pierre
Few events in the world blend luxury, culture, and visual artistry like the Met Gala—and this year, Parish Mandhan was on the ground in NYC capturing the glamour and anticipation of the Met Gala 2024 departures for his esteemed client, The Taj Pierre.
From the flowing couture gowns to the flash of camera lights, the hotel’s front steps became an extension of the red carpet—where fashion icons and celebrities revealed their looks before arriving at the Met. Through Parish’s lens, those moments became more than just photographs—they became timeless portraits of style, elegance, and creative direction.
Commissioned by The Taj Pierre: A Legacy of Luxury
Known for its rich history and elite clientele, The Taj Pierre Hotel is a preferred Met Gala residence for international designers, celebrities, and tastemakers. This year, they entrusted Parish Mandhan Photography to visually document the departure experience—transforming their iconic entrance into a fashion runway.
Parish’s role wasn’t just documentation—it was to create high-end, editorial-quality visuals that matched the prestige of both the hotel and the Met Gala itself.
Photographing Global Fashion Powerhouses
The departure moments featured a stellar lineup of fashion royalty, including:
Manish Malhotra, India’s most celebrated designer, unveiling one of his most anticipated Met Gala ensembles to date.
Natasha Poonawalla, known for bold couture choices, stepping out in sculptural elegance.
Michael Kors, the American fashion legend, exuding timeless New York glamour.
Megan Thee Stallion, making a show-stopping entrance with red-carpet-ready confidence.
Parish captured not only the fashion, but the energy and personal presence each individual brought to the moment.
Directing Fashion Moments with Cinematic Flair
The true magic of any event lies in the moments that can’t be planned—a spontaneous dance, a clink of champagne flutes, or a quiet laugh between friends. Parish Mandhan’s lens caught:
Guests mingling under Riviera stars
Genuine emotion during brand toasts and speeches
Editorial-style portraits with just the right touch of drama and elegance
The result? A visual archive that’s both beautiful and brand-defining.
From Stills to Social: Content for Every Channel
Parish didn’t just shoot images—he created a full suite of multi-platform visual assets, including:
High-res photographs for PR and press
Cinematic vertical video for Instagram and Reels
Real-time BTS content for The Taj Pierre’s social team
This dynamic delivery allowed the client to immediately publish on-brand, luxurious content across all touchpoints—driving engagement during one of fashion’s biggest weeks.
Why Brands Trust Parish Mandhan for High-Stakes Moments
From global fashion weeks to exclusive celebrity experiences, Parish Mandhan is trusted by top-tier brands for moments that demand elegance, discretion, and artistic excellence.
With a background in both commercial and editorial fashion photography, Parish brings:
A refined eye for composition and color
Experience working under pressure and in real-time environments
An elevated style that aligns with luxury brand aesthetics
When every second counts—and every image matters—clients turn to Parish to make sure their visuals live up to the occasion.
The Met Gala is fashion’s most watched event—and for brands like The Taj Pierre, it’s an opportunity to align with culture, creativity, and couture. Through Parish Mandhan’s lens, these departure moments were transformed into lasting brand assets that speak to the elegance and energy of the night.
