Mindy Kaling reunites with The Office co-stars at 2026 Actor Awards after 12 years

Mindy Kaling made a triumphant return to the red carpet at the 32nd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on March 1, marking her first in-person appearance at the ceremony in more than a decade.

Held at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles, the star-studded evening saw Kaling command attention in a striking designer ensemble that quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about looks.

She wore a structured velvet peplum top with a sheer midsection panel, paired with a transparent knitted maxi skirt adorned with subtle rhinestone detailing. The silhouette highlighted her figure while blending classic Hollywood glamour with a modern edge.

She completed the look with black velvet gloves, warm-toned makeup and sleek, straight hair, creating a polished finish that drew immediate praise across social media. Fans described the moment as “iconic,” with many applauding her interpretation of the evening’s theme celebrating reimagined Hollywood glamour from the 1920s and 1930s.

Beyond the fashion spotlight, the night also served as a nostalgic reunion. Kaling reunited onstage with her former The Office co-stars Jenna Fischer, Ellie Kemper and Angela Kinsey to present the award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

The category was ultimately won by The Studio, but the cast reunion itself generated significant excitement among longtime fans of the NBC hit series.

While Kaling participated virtually in the 2021 ceremony, her last time walking the SAG Awards red carpet in person was in 2014, making Sunday night’s appearance a notable comeback.

More than a decade later, she returned not only as a presenter but as one of the evening’s standout style stars, firmly reclaiming her place in the spotlight.