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Sheikha Mahra's New Chapter

Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum, the daughter of UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is once again in the spotlight due to her engagement with American rapper French Montana.

The 31-year-old royal previously made headlines following her divorce from Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum, which she announced in July 2024 via an Instagram post that drew significant attention. In her announcement, she accused him of infidelity, revealing that they had married in May 2023 and share a daughter.

In her Instagram message, she stated, "Dear Husband, as you are occupied with other companions, I hereby declare our divorce. I divorce you, I divorce you, and I divorce you. Take care. Your ex-wife."

Background of Sheikha Mahra

Born on February 26, 1994, Mahra is a member of the ruling family of Dubai. Known at birth as Christina, she is the only child from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's marriage to Zoe Grigorakos, who has Greek heritage. Mahra earned her degree in international relations, graduating in 2023, and has a daughter from her previous marriage.

Sheikha Mahra is actively involved in charitable endeavors and humanitarian efforts. In 2021, she served as a royal family ambassador during a visit to the Community Development Authority of Dubai.

Following her divorce, she launched a perfume line named Mahra M1 in September 2024, with the inaugural fragrance titled "Divorce," reportedly inspired by her recent life changes.

Engagement to French Montana

Sheikha Mahra's engagement to French Montana became public during Paris Fashion Week in June, where they were seen together, hand in hand. The couple had previously been spotted enjoying each other's company in Dubai and Morocco, dining at upscale restaurants, visiting mosques, and strolling along the iconic Pont des Arts bridge in Paris.

French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch on November 9, 1985, is a Moroccan-American rapper who began his career as a battle rapper in the early 2000s under the name Young French. He is known for hits such as "Unforgettable," "No Stylist," "Facts," and "Hurtin’ Me."

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