New York State Assemblymember and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has revealed that he met his wife, Rama Duwaji, through the dating app Hinge.
The couple married earlier this year in a quiet civil ceremony. Mamdani, 33, shared in interviews that their relationship began during the pandemic after they matched on the app. After several months of conversation, the two eventually met in person and continued building a relationship offline.
Duwaji, a Syrian-born artist based in Brooklyn, is known for her illustration work that explores themes like migration, identity, and resistance. Her art has appeared in several independent and mainstream outlets, though she maintains a low public profile.
Their story has gained attention not only because of Mamdani’s growing political profile, but because of how relatable it is. In a city where dating apps are often met with skepticism, the couple’s connection offers a rare example of a meaningful match in the digital age.
Mamdani currently represents Astoria in the State Assembly and is considered one of the most prominent voices in New York’s progressive political scene. If elected, he would be the city’s first Muslim mayor.
Both Mamdani and Duwaji are children of immigrants and active members of New York’s cultural and activist communities. Their relationship, while largely private, reflects the evolving nature of modern connection in public life.
When asked about the experience, Mamdani offered simple advice to fellow app users: “You just have to give people more time.”
As his campaign gains traction, their understated love story continues to resonate — quietly defying expectations, one swipe at a time.
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