Traditional Indian food has captivated the world—not just locals and travelers, but celebrities at the very top of Hollywood too. With its intoxicating aromas, bold spices, and endless regional variations, it’s no surprise that Indian cuisine has built a loyal following even among the global elite.
Let’s take a look at some of your favorite celebrities who’ve not only tried but fallen in love with Indian flavors—from comforting curries to bold street snacks and indulgent desserts.
Lady Gaga
Known for her theatrical flair and bold choices, Lady Gaga is also a fan of bold flavors—especially in food. Her obsession with spicy Indian curry once made headlines when she reportedly ate hot curries three times a day for an entire month. Her go-to? Chicken lababdar and chicken butter masala. During an interview, she once said, “The day I was done with my diet, I went straight back to butter chicken.” That’s devotion!
Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise’s craving for Indian food once landed him in a sticky situation—literally. While filming in London, he ordered an extravagant Indian meal featuring lobster curry and chicken tikka. The only problem? He forgot to carry pounds and the restaurant didn’t accept his American credit card. A co-star had to bail him out. Safe to say, the Mission: Impossible star’s love for authentic Indian food runs deep.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
While visiting India, Arnold Schwarzenegger dined at a well-known restaurant and raved about the Mughlai food. He was especially blown away by the giant naan served to him—so much so that he tweeted about it. A former governor, actor, and fitness icon giving props to Indian carbs? We’ll take it.
Julia Roberts
While filming Eat Pray Love in India, Julia Roberts became a huge fan of traditional dishes like kadhai paneer, chapati, aloo gobi, and rice. Though she’s always been a curious eater, it was her time in India that sealed her love for home-style Indian vegetarian food.
Matt Damon
The Good Will Hunting star was once asked about his favorite meal in an interview and replied—stuffed naan and chicken tikka. He admitted that he used to struggle with pronouncing the dish names but eventually learned to order with confidence. Now that’s personal growth we admire.
Shakira
The global music icon was introduced to Indian food by her partner, footballer Gerard Piqué. She’s especially fond of Afghani chicken, goat dishes, and sweet treats like rasmalai and gajar ka halwa. On trips to India, she’s been known to restaurant-hop in search of the perfect tikka. Her love for Indian flavors is so strong, she seeks them out in every city she visits.
Madonna
During a period of strict dieting, Madonna revealed that she turned to South Indian cuisine to satisfy her cravings for seafood—specifically crab. Idlis helped her stay full and light, while curries with coriander became a go-to for their comforting, fragrant profile.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
The former couple is known to frequent Indian restaurants in the US and abroad, especially when traveling with their kids. Brad once shared in an interview that his favorite Indian dishes include chicken masala, dal, and naan. They were also seen heading straight to the Indian buffet at a pre-BAFTA party—proving that stardom doesn’t dull one’s taste for spice.
In a Nutshell
If celebrities known for their luxury, discipline, and gourmet access are this enchanted by Indian cuisine—what’s stopping you? Whether it’s butter chicken, chicken tikka, or kadhai paneer, you’ll find your favorite flavors right here in Indian cuisine in Vancouver at Sula Indian Restaurant. Join the club. Your tastebuds will thank you.
