Zohran Mamdani scripted history on Election Day as he emerged victorious in the closely-watched battle for New York City Mayor, becoming the first South Asian and Muslim to be elected to sit at the helm of the largest city in the US. Zohran Mamdani defeated Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa and political heavyweight former New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo to create a historic moment on Tuesday.

Who are Zohran Mamdani's parents?

Indian-descent Zohran Mamdani is the son of renowned filmmaker Mira Nair and Columbia University professor Mahmood Mamdani.

Who is Zohran Mamdani's mother, Mira Nair?

Zohran Mamdani was born to Mira Nair and Mahmood Mamdani in Kampala, Uganda. He moved to New York City with his family when he was 7 and became a naturalised US citizen only recently in 2018.

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