Riz Ahmed and Fatima Farheen Mirza
In a classic case of a meet-cute straight out of a romantic comedy, British actor and rapper Riz Ahmed's path crossed with that of award-winning American author Fatima Farheen Mirza at a cozy coffee shop in New York. It was during a period when Riz, also known by his rap name Riz MC, was immersed in preparations for his role in the film "The Sound of Metal" and sought a quiet spot to indulge in some writing.
As Riz settled in at a table, his attention was undoubtedly captured when he noticed Fatima, a talented writer, engrossed in her work on a novel at another nearby table. It must have felt like a serendipitous moment, straight out of the movies, as their eyes met, and a conversation between the two ensued. Their connection deepened over time, leading to a beautiful romance that ultimately culminated in their marriage in 2020.
