Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra Engaged to Rapper French Montana

Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice-President and Prime-Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, has announced her engagement to Moroccan-American rapper French Montana. The engagement comes a few short months after she divorced Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Sheikha Mahra, who is also known for her social work and entrepreneurial ventures, has gained international fame due to her luxury perfume brand, Mahra M1, which included the perfume, "Divorce", which received much media attention.

French Montana: Rapper and Music Star

French Montana, name Karim Kharbouch, is a Moroccan-American rapper who became internationally famous through his songs "Unforgettable" and "No Stylist", among many others. In addition to his music, he is also known for his philanthropy and business opportunities. French Montana's engagement to Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra puts him in the spotlight global stage alongside a high-profile royal engaging celebrity, which will undoubtedly attract attention from media all over the world.

Paris Fashion Week 2025: First Public Appearance

Sheikha Mahra and French Montana made their first public appearance together during Paris Fashion Week 2025 at the "3.Paradis Ready to Wear Spring/Summer 2026" runway show. The runway was graced by French Montana, and she took the runway with him. The couple confirmed the relationship and received a lot of media attention around the first public appearance, illustrating a new chapter in both of their lives, as a rapper and the Dubai Princess

 Relationship Timeline and Engagement 

• October 2024: Sheikha Mahra announced in October of 2024 that she was divorced from Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum by posting a message on Instagram stating that her divorce was granted to her due to infidelity. 
• Late 2024: While in Dubai in Morocco, the pair were spotted together, fueling romance speculation.
• June 2025: After their first public appearance to confirm their relationship at Paris Fashion Week.
• August 2025: During August of 2025, the couple announced that they were engaged, and both families were supportive of the union. 

Media/Public Response

The engagement of Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra and French Montana has garnered much attention from the Middle Eastern and Western Media. Media publications have discussed the unusual coupling of royalty and celebrity, the lavish lifestyle of the couple, and their public appearances together. Fans and the media have recommended the couple's candidness and flair, making the engagement one of the most talked-about celebrity engagements of 2025!

Bro won this life 😌

— Scope360 (@Scope360Journal) August 27, 2025