DUBAI, February 29, 2024 — Rapper French Montana’s whirlwind romance has taken a decidedly royal turn: he proposed to Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Princess of Dubai, four months ago, a revelation that sent shockwaves through social media and celebrity circles.
A Modern Fairytale Begins on Instagram
The Bronx-born artist found himself captivated by the Dubai princess after discovering her social media presence.
The story, as revealed by Montana (born Karim Harbush) on the Joe & Jada podcast, wasn’t a chance encounter at a glamorous event, but a digital connection sparked by Sheikha Mahra’s Instagram profile. He was traveling abroad when he first noticed her, shortly after she publicly announced her divorce from Sheikh Manna bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Manna Al Maktoum in a widely-shared social media post.
What prompted French Montana to reach out to Sheikha Mahra? He was drawn to her after seeing a popular Instagram post she shared following her divorce announcement.
Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Emir of Dubai and Prime Minister and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, adding another layer of intrigue to this cross-cultural romance. Montana has remained relatively private about the details of their relationship since confirming the engagement, but his recent comments offer a glimpse into the unexpected origins of their connection.
- French Montana proposed to Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum four months ago.
- The couple’s connection began after Montana discovered Sheikha Mahra on Instagram.
- Sheikha Mahra had recently announced her divorce when Montana first noticed her online.
- Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of the Emir of Dubai and Prime Minister of the UAE.
The rapper’s openness about the beginning of their relationship offers a rare look into the personal life of a prominent royal figure and a celebrated musician, proving that sometimes, love stories unfold in the most unexpected of places – and on the most popular of platforms.
