Introduction to Rama Duvaji
Rama Duvaji was born in Damascus, the capital of Syria. She lives in Brooklyn and has a master's degree in visual arts from New York. She also lived in Dubai with her family for some time. Rama's art is mainly focused against Israeli policies on Palestine. One of her viral art exhibitions accused some New York institutions of funding war crimes in Gaza, which drew global attention.
Meeting Zohran Mamdani
Rama and Zohran met on the dating app 'Hinge'. The couple got married earlier this year and now live together in the Astoria area of Queens, New York. Mamdani, who made headlines after defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary, often mentions his wife as his source of inspiration. In his victory speech after the primary win, he thanked Rama and expressed his feelings by kissing her hand.
Why in controversy?
Rama Duwaji's pro-Palestine art and her husband Zohran's anti-Israel statements have made her a target of some groups. Mamdani's comments on the Hindu and Jewish communities in India were criticized, with BJP MP Kangana Ranaut calling him 'more Pakistani than Indian'. Rama's art was considered provocative by some, while others described it as raising a voice for human rights.
Discussion on social media
There is a debate on social media platform X about Rama's photos and her art. Some users are praising her progressive thinking and art, while some have linked her pro-Palestine activities to 'jihadi thinking'. Rama has remained silent on these criticisms, but her art continues to make headlines.
What is next
Zohran Mamdani is preparing for the final vote in the New York mayoral election on November 4, 2025. Rama has so far made limited public appearances in her campaign, but her art and ideology remain a part of the discussion in New York politics. Experts believe that Rama's personality further strengthens Mamdani's progressive image, but it can also increase controversy.
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