Priyanka Chopra: Malti was born three months early through a surrogate. Nick Jonas: Malti received 6 blood transfusions before leaving the hospital.

Indian star Priyanka Chopra and her husband, American artist Nick Jonas, shared touching details about the first months of their daughter Malti Marie, who spent her first 110 days in the neonatal intensive care unit, facing a period full of challenges and anxiety.

In an interview with Marie Claire, Priyanka described the psychological struggles and constant fear she experienced during that time, noting that every day was a mix of worry and relief, especially when Malti was away from home or at school. Nick, meanwhile, shared on the On Purpose podcast the critical moments they faced and the ongoing efforts to support their daughter’s health, highlighting the major challenges parents encounter when a child is born prematurely.

Priyanka (43) revealed that Malti was born three months early via surrogate in January 2022, describing her as a "miracle child." She added that the first days in intensive care were a real battle for her life and that watching other children in similar conditions gave her a deeper appreciation for life and every single moment.

Nick (33) mentioned that he and his wife took 12-hour shifts daily at the hospital for three and a half months due to COVID-19 restrictions, emphasizing that Malti fought bravely during that time, receiving six blood transfusions before they could finally take her home.

Priyanka recalled the moment Malti came out of the operating room, noting she was smaller than her hand and that the fear for her survival was overwhelming. Seeing the NICU team work carefully and meticulously was a moving moment for both parents, and every day Malti lives now is a precious gift cherished by the entire family.