‘For a Second I Thought This Was Rama Duwaji’: Lookalike Video Stuns Internet

A video imitating New York’s First Lady Rama Duwaji has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention for its striking resemblance and accurate mannerisms. The clip features a woman of Pakistani origin recreating Duwaji’s signature style and expressions, leaving viewers both impressed and amused.

Viral Clip Captures Online Attention

The video, posted on Instagram by a woman identified as K Khan, shows her dressed in an outfit reminiscent of Duwaji’s minimalist yet chic fashion aesthetic. What stood out most, however, were her eye movements and subtle facial expressions, which many viewers felt closely mirrored those of the First Lady of New York.

Within a short period, the clip crossed 1.9 million views, quickly gaining traction across platforms.

Internet Reacts: ‘Uncanny Resemblance’

Social media users flooded the comments section with reactions expressing disbelief and admiration. “For a second I thought this was actually Rama Duwaji,” one user wrote. Another commented, “The resemblance is uncanny, especially the eyes.” A third added, “This is imitation done right, subtle and classy.”

 

 

 

 

 

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Other reactions included, “I had to check the username twice,” “She has nailed the vibe perfectly,” “This is honestly impressive,” and “Internet wins today with this lookalike moment.”

Mamdani And Duwaji’s Relationship In Spotlight

Rama Duwaji is married to New York City’s 112th mayor, Zohran Mamdani, and the couple’s personal story has frequently drawn public interest. Mamdani and Duwaji hosted their engagement and wedding celebrations in Dubai in December 2024, followed by a civil ceremony in New York City.

According to the New York Post, they later marked their marriage with a lavish three-day celebration at Mamdani’s family estate in Uganda in July.

The couple also shared photographs from their civil wedding, including an image of Duwaji in a simple white dress and boots, holding a bouquet while standing with Mamdani inside a train car.

‘Dating Apps Still Work,’ Says Mamdani

In a June 22 Instagram video shared by YouTuber and content creator Kaneez Surka, Mamdani spoke openly about how he met his wife and offered advice to people looking for love.

Responding to a question about helping others find a partner, he said, “First is, I found my wife on Hinge. So dating apps still work. Just to let people know.”

Reflections On Love And Life In New York

Mamdani also reflected on the pressures of living in New York City, noting how financial stress can affect personal relationships. “A lot of people, a lot of New Yorkers are basically on a hamster wheel of anxiety. There is not much time to sit in the park. There is not much time to explore your own city, if you are always worried about if you have enough money to make your rent,” he said.

He added, “So the love of your life, may currently be too stressed about whether they can afford the most expensive city in the United States to find you. Affordability is about the romance.”