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Paramount+ is set to premiere The French Montana Story: For Khadija, an inspiring new documentary that dives into the life and career of Moroccan-born rapper French Montana. Read more details about the upcoming film and check out the trailer inside.
The film will debut on November 19 in the U.S. and Canada, followed by international releases in the U.K. and Australia on November 20. Directed by Mandon Lovett and produced by Live Nation Productions for MTV Entertainment Studios, this documentary traces Montana’s journey from a challenging upbringing in the Bronx to global fame as a diamond-selling artist.
“The most streamed African born artist,” the trailer begins with an announcer sharing how impactful French’s career has been.
French Montana, born Karim Kharbouch, grew up with his single mother, who struggled to raise him and his two younger brothers after their father left the family destitute. The French Montana Story showcases the resilience and sacrifice involved in Montana’s rise, capturing his relentless determination to achieve his dreams. It highlights his family’s immigrant journey, his mother’s enduring faith, and the setbacks he overcame on his way to becoming a global hip-hop star. The film brings a fresh perspective to the American Dream, blending Montana’s immigrant experiences with the culture of hip-hop.
Montana has called this documentary “the best project I’ve ever worked on in my life,” sharing its importance as a blueprint for aspiring musicians and immigrants alike. He notes that while the story includes awards and accolades, it’s the “losses and sacrifices” that make his journey relatable and meaningful.
Executive producers Michael Rapino and Ryan Kroft from Live Nation Productions, along with Montana, aim to inspire audiences with this unique story of perseverance. The French Montana Story: For Khadija promises to be an honest, unfiltered look at the star’s life and the transformative power of hard work and resilience.
