Dubai princess Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Dubai ruler and United Arab Emirates Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is officially engaged to Moroccan-American rapper French Montana. (Image: Instagram)
Sheikha Mahra made her first Instagram post since the announcement, proudly showing off a dazzling diamond ring. The photo captures her hand being gently held by French Montana’s, with the sparkling ring as the centre of attention. (Image: Instagram)
The couple are believed to have gotten engaged in June during Paris Fashion Week, where French Montana also walked the runway. (Image: Instagram)
Sheikha Mahra recently divorced Emirati royal Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum, with whom she shares a daughter. (Image: Instagram)
Their separation became public after Sheikha Mahra accused Sheikh Mana of infidelity, posting a blunt Instagram statement last July, “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.” (Image: Instagram)
French Montana, whose real name is Karim Kharbouch, was previously married to entrepreneur and designer Nadeen Kharbouch from 2007 to 2014. They share a 16-year-old son, Kruz Kharbouch. (Image: Instagram)
Born in 1994, Sheikha Mahra is the only child from Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s marriage to Zoe Grigorakos. She studied International Relations in the United Kingdom before completing a qualification from the Mohammed bin Rashid Government Administration. (Image: Instagram)
Known for her philanthropic work and modern outlook, Sheikha Mahra also commands considerable financial clout. While the Al Maktoum family’s wealth is estimated between $18 and $20 billion, Sheikha Mahra’s personal fortune is valued at between $300 million and $1.5 billion- a mix of inheritance and independent ventures. (Image: Instagram)
