Zohran Mamdani just made massive history in the world of politics by becoming not only the city’s youngest mayor since 1892 but also its first Muslim mayor.
However, his past was not always dedicated to laying the foundations for political leadership. As more details emerge about the 34-year-old, some eagle-eyed politics buffs noticed that he’s not only appeared on the screens as a politician but also as an actor.
Yes, Mamdani’s mom is best known for being a very successful Indian-American filmmaker, and her son actually talked her out of directing Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
So it does come as little surprise that Mamdani himself even managed to secure a cameo in one of her latest movies. This includes a 2016 sports drama starring Lupita Nyong and Madina Nalwanga.
‘Phiona’s life changes after she meets Robert Katende, who teaches her to play chess. Under this guidance, Phiona becomes a top player and sees an opportunity to escape from a life of poverty’- the plot summary reads.
While Mamdani most certainly is not in the leading position, you can see him as a Bookie Student in that cameo, sporting tramlines shaved into the side of his hair. He is similarly listed as a third assistant director in the credits section.