Who is Sheikha Mahra? Daughter Of Dubai Ruler, Engaged To French Montana After High-Profile Divorce

Sheikha Mahra Mohammed Rashed Al Maktoum, daughter of Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is officially engaged to rapper French Montana. A representative for the rapper confirmed the news to TMZ, revealing that the couple formalised their relationship during Paris Fashion Week in June.

The 31-year-old Dubai royal and the 40-year-old musician have been linked since late 2024, when Sheikha Mahra hosted Montana in Dubai and shared photos from his visit on social media. Since then, the two have been spotted together frequently in Dubai and Morocco, enjoying dinners at high-end restaurants, visiting mosques, and strolling along Paris's famous Pont des Arts bridge. Their romance became public earlier this year when they appeared hand in hand at fashion events in Paris.

Her Past Marriage and Public Divorce

This engagement comes after Sheikha Mahra's brief marriage to Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum. The couple tied the knot in May 2023 and have a daughter together. However, their marriage ended dramatically when Mahra announced their separation on Instagram last year, accusing Sheikh Mana of infidelity.

In the striking post, she addressed him directly:
"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."

Following the split, Mahra launched a perfume line under her brand Mahra M1, naming it "Divorce." She holds a degree in International Relations from a UK university and has also completed a program at the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Administration.

French Montana's Background

French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch, is a Moroccan-American rapper best known for international chart-toppers such as Unforgettable and No Stylist. Alongside his music career, Montana has been widely praised for his philanthropic work, funding healthcare and education initiatives in Uganda and across North Africa.

He was previously married to entrepreneur and designer Nadeen Kharbouch from 2007 to 2014. The former couple share a 16-year-old son, Kruz Kharbouch.