After Instagram Divorce, Dubai Royal Sheikha Mahra Says Yes To French Montana
In a shocking revelation that has captured international headlines, Dubai’s Princess Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum is now engaged to Moroccan-American rapper French Montana, a.k.a. Karim Kharbouch. Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the UAE. Notably, the announcement comes only one year after her very public divorce announcement via her Instagram account. Over the course of the last year, the royal and the rapper have been spotted together on multiple occasions.
Engaged During Paris Fashion Week
French Montana proposed to Sheikha Mahra in June 2025 during Paris Fashion Week. The 40-year-old rapper had just walked the runway for the brand 3.Paradis for their Spring/Summer 2026 collection, marking the first time he had modeled in a fashion show. TMZ (an entertainment news site) confirmed the engagement news with a representative for French Montana on Wednesday.
A Royal Divorce Announced on Instagram
Before this engagement, Sheikha Mahra was married to Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum. The two got married in May 2023, and they welcomed a baby girl a year later. However, their marriage ended in 2024. In a now-deleted Instagram post, the princess announced her divorce. She wrote: Dear Husband. As you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, I divorce you.” The name of their daughter has not been shared with the public.
A Growing Relationship Since 2024
Princess Mahra and French Montana were first seen together in October 2024, and since then, they have been seen together at a number of public locations, which led to many identifying them as a couple. Here are some of their public outings:
- Visiting the Pont des Arts in Paris
- Camel riding in the Desert
- Dining in fine dining restaurants in Dubai
- Dining in fine dining restaurants in Morocco
At the beginning of 2025, the couple made headlines all across the World as they were walking hand-in-hand during Paris Fashion Week. Rumour has it that both of their families are in favour of the engagement ceremony, with reports of Princess Mahra’s family underway, although it is said that her family, including her father, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum (Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE), was supportive of the couple. Although the couple has not disclosed a wedding date, it is clear that the couple will be married in the near future as fans and the media realize their present relationship and naturally speculate surrounding them.
About French Montana
The musical artist, known to the world as French Montana, was born in Morocco and relocated to the United States as Karim Kharbouch. He is well known for his hit songs Unforgettable and No Stylist. This helped him become internationally recognized as an artist and work with many stars over the years. He was also part of the Hollywood gossip a decade ago because he was dating Khloe Kardashian then.
What’s Next for the Couple?
The relationship between a Dubai princess and an internationally renowned rapper has gained popularity among people around the world, and with all of their glamorous affluence and supportive families, many are eager to see what the next chapter holds for the princess and rapper. Stay tuned for their comprehensive wedding plans in the future.
In a shocking revelation that has captured international headlines, Dubai’s Princess Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum is now engaged to Moroccan-American rapper French Montana, a.k.a. Karim Kharbouch. Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the UAE. Notably, the announcement comes only one year after her very public divorce announcement via her Instagram account. Over the course of the last year, the royal and the rapper have been spotted together on multiple occasions.
