Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has once again made headlines, and this time not for a speech or an official appearance. The personal reveal has left our jaws on the floor, but for a happy reason. The Dubai princess posted her first Instagram update since rumours about her engagement circulated. Dubai Princess, Sheikha Mahra, has gone all out and posted a photo rocking a giant engagement ring, and we are screaming!
Did Sheikha Mahra Just Drop Engagement Ring Pics With French Montana?
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Her hand rested in Moroccan-American rapper French Montana’s, and all eyes went straight to the diamond ring, the kind of sparkle that could light up an entire room. She didn’t bother with a caption, and truthfully, she didn’t need to. The photo itself did all the talking, practically screaming, “It’s official.”
Rumours had already been circulating since Paris Fashion Week in June, where French Montana strutted down the runway and the two were spotted together. Now, fans feel they’ve been handed the confirmation they were waiting for.
A Royal Post With A Twist
For Sheikha Mahra, this engagement symbolises a major life reset. Not too long ago, she was in the headlines for a very different reason, her split from Emirati royal Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum. The divorce wasn’t just surprising because of who they were, but because of how boldly she aired it out on Instagram. Last July, she dropped what can only be described as a mic-drop post: “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.” If there was ever a royal version of saying “I’m done,” that was it.
Who’s French Montana?
French Montana, too, isn’t stepping into this engagement without a past. Originally named Karim Kharbouch was previously married to an entrepreneur and designer, Nadeen Kharbouch. They share a son, Kruz, who’s now 16. Will Dubai host the grand wedding, or will it be another Paris affair? No details have been announced, but speculations are flying faster than a TikTok trend. Fans of both Sheikha Mahra and French Montana are already dissecting the ring, the photo, and even the choice of hand placement in that Instagram shot.
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