French Montana has confirmed his engagement to Dubai princess Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum.
The couple sparked dating rumours a year ago and have now made a serious commitment.
FRENCH MONTANA’S LOVE
French Montana, whose birth name is Karim Kharbouch, popped the question during Paris Fashion Week.
This came shortly after he made his runway debut at the Paradis Ready to Wear Spring/Summer 2026 show, according to E News.
Sheikha Mahra, 31, accepted the proposal, marking a new chapter in their relationship.
The couple first attracted public attention in October 2024. Sheikha Mahra is the daughter of Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. She shared photos of the rapper exploring the United Arab Emirates.
SHEIKHA’S DIFFICULT DIVORCE
Yet it wasn’t until this summer that French Montana and Sheikha went public with their romance. They were spotted holding hands at various Paris Fashion Week events, confirming their relationship to the world.
Sheikha Mahra has had a turbulent past year. She was previously married to Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum.
Their marriage ended in a very public and bitter split, announced by Sheikha Mahra herself in July 2024.
She posted a social media message declaring her divorce with a line resembling the Islamic “triple talaq” practice. “I divorce you, I divorce you, I divorce you.”
MOVING FORWARD
Although only men can legally initiate this form of divorce in Islamic law, Sheikha’s message made it clear that the marriage was over.
She later shared a photo with her young daughter captioned, “Just the two of us,” signalling her new independence.
FRENCH MONTANA AND THE MIDDLE EAST
French Montana, 40, has never shied away from sharing his thoughts on complicated relationships. In a 2016 interview, he said, “It’s really emotional, it’s a sensitive space for them.
But sometimes you have to sacrifice for what you want.” This marriage links a global hip-hop star with one of the most prominent royal families in the Middle East.
As their journey continues, it will be interesting to see how they navigate their unique union and the future they build together.
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