While celebrity children are often the center of media attention, Priyanka Chopra Jonas has consistently chosen to shield her daughter, Malti Marie, from the paparazzi. In a recent podcast, the actress opened up about the challenges of protecting her daughter’s privacy in a world obsessed with star kids. Priyanka admitted that as Malti grows, her anxiety as a mother increases, primarily because she wants her daughter to enjoy a “normal” childhood rather than being defined by the public gaze.

The actress shared a harrowing incident where a stranger followed Malti from school and filmed her, which prompted the decision to hire security. Priyanka emphasized that she does not want her daughter to grow up feeling fearful or suspicious of people. She stated, “I want her to be aware, but I don’t want her to feel intimidated.”

Priyanka further explained that while she chose a life in the spotlight, that choice should belong to Malti when she is older. As parents, Priyanka and Nick Jonas are constantly learning how to balance the necessity of security with the desire for their daughter to experience the world without feeling like she is constantly on display.