- French Montana proposed to Princess Sheikha Mahra in June 2025.
- The princess is the daughter of Dubai’s ruler and has a multicultural background.
- She announced her divorce from her previous husband via Instagram in 2024.
- Both families are supportive of the engagement.
In a stunning cross-cultural romance, rapper French Montana has officially confirmed his engagement to Dubai royalty, Princess Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
This development comes just over a year after the princess publicly announced her divorce from her former husband via Instagram. The couple’s relationship, which began in late 2024, has quickly evolved into a committed partnership, blending hip-hop fame with Arabian royal heritage.
Engagement Confirmed During Paris Fashion Week
French Montana’s representative confirmed to TMZ that the proposal took place in June 2025 during Paris Fashion Week, shortly after the rapper made his runway debut for the 3.Paradis Spring/Summer 2026 show.
The couple had been spotted together at high-profile events across Europe and the Middle East, fueling speculation about their relationship long before the official announcement. Their engagement marks a significant milestone for both, uniting two vastly different worlds in a highly publicized romance.
TMZ reported: “The couple got engaged during Paris Fashion Week in June, shortly after he stunted on the runway.”
#EXCLUSIVE 💍 French Montana Engaged to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra https://t.co/7eNlGdPet2 pic.twitter.com/DYW4p1iBOL
— TMZ (@TMZ) August 27, 2025
Who Is Princess Sheikha Mahra?
Princess Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the UAE. Born to a Greek mother, Zoe Grigorakos, she is multilingual, educated in London, and actively involved in humanitarian work, particularly women’s and animal rights. Her background reflects a blend of modern influence and traditional royalty, making her a unique figure in contemporary royal narratives.
Hello! Magazine noted: “Princess Sheikha Mahra isn’t your typical royal. She’s active in humanitarian work and often champions causes related to women’s rights and animal welfare.”
Her Previous Marriage and Public Divorce
The princess was previously married to Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, with whom she shares a young daughter. Their marriage ended abruptly in July 2024 when she announced their divorce on Instagram in a now-deleted post. Her method of declaring the divorce mirrored Islamic traditions, though it was widely interpreted as a symbolic act of asserting agency.
Her Instagram post read: “Dear Husband. As you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, I Divorce You. Take care. Your ex-wife.”
French Montana’s Romantic History and Outlook
French Montana, whose real name is Karim Kharbouch, has had high-profile relationships with celebrities like Khloé Kardashian and Iggy Azalea. In a 2016 interview with Elle, he shared his perspective on dating women navigating difficult divorces, emphasizing empathy and patience.
His engagement to Princess Sheikha Mahra represents a new chapter for the rapper, who has also focused on philanthropy and music in recent years.
French Montana told Elle: “It’s real s—. But sometimes you have to sacrifice for what you want. It’s a sensitive space for them.”
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Last Updated on August 28, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
