Zohran Kwame Mamdani’s grassroots NYC primary win went viral for celebrating immigrant culture, Bangladeshi aunties, and desi identity — blending activism, humour, and heritage into a bold campaign that redefined immigrant political engagement.

Long before he became the front-runner to become New York City’s next mayor, New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani was a fan of Das Racist — the absurdist hip-hop group known for, among other things, the song “ Combination Pizza Hut and Taco Bell .” You could even say Das Racist helped Mamdani get into politics.

The 33-year-old democratic socialist’s upset win in New York signals a potential shift in city politics — and maybe beyond.