Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ two-year-old daughter, Malti Marie, is already showing signs of following in her mother’s dancing footsteps. The Citadel star recently shared a heartwarming photo on her Instagram story of Malti at a ballet studio, dressed as a tiny ballerina in a light pink leotard, tutu, tights, and ballet slippers. With one foot in the air and her arms twisted as if ready to pirouette, Malti looks like a natural, her curly brown hair tied back with a small barrette and tiny hoop earrings adding the final touches.
Dancing Genes and Family Traditions
Chopra Jonas shares Malti with husband Nick Jonas, and both parents have dance woven into their lives—Chopra Jonas from her Bollywood career and Jonas from his time with The Jonas Brothers. Recently, the family celebrated Diwali, with Malti dressed in a floral lehenga to match her parents’ traditional attire.
Malti’s Joyful Spirit After a Difficult Start
In a 2023 interview with Elle, Chopra Jonas opened up about Malti’s challenging early days. Born prematurely, Malti spent 100 days in the NICU, a difficult experience for the family. “I was so close to losing her so many times…and I just want to see her happy,” Chopra Jonas shared. Her goal is to keep Malti joyous, as every smile “lights up [her] world.”
This glimpse into Malti’s budding passion for dance and the love her parents surround her with speaks to Chopra Jonas’ commitment to raising her daughter in a nurturing, joyful environment.
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