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Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayoral Race, Celebrates Heritage

11/5/2025

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Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor, was elected on Tuesday.
He concluded his victory speech with the Bollywood song 'Dhoom Machale'.
His Indian heritage influenced his campaign visuals, including clips from Indian films.
His mother is Mira Nair, a noted filmmaker.
His father is Mahmood Mamdani, a prominent academic.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani, New York City mayor, was elected on Tuesday.
He concluded his victory speech with the Bollywood song 'Dhoom Machale'.
His Indian heritage influenced his campaign visuals, including clips from Indian films.
His mother is Mira Nair, a noted filmmaker.
His father is Mahmood Mamdani, a prominent academic.