Priyanka Chopra Shares Adorable Moment: Malti’s Nickname for Jonas Bros
- Jun 20, 2025
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20 June 2025
Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently charmed audiences with a sweet anecdote about her three-year-old daughter Malti, revealing how the toddler refers to the Jonas Brothers as the “Donut Brothers.” The affectionate nickname surfaced during her June 19 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where Chopra Jonas was promoting her upcoming Prime Video film Heads of State.
On the show, host Jimmy Fallon asked Malti’s musical preferences. Priyanka responded that her daughter has surprisingly eclectic taste from Bruno Mars to Rosé but hasn’t fully identified her dad Nick or his brothers Kevin and Joe yet. Instead, Malti calls them the “Donut Brothers” a delightfully innocent moniker she coined on her own.
During the playful exchange, Chopra Jonas paused mid-answer to explain that Malti “calls them the Donut Brothers” her youthful mispronunciation and affectionate rebranding of her music-loving uncles. Fans watching the clip praised Priyanka’s endearing candor, noting how it highlights a young child’s imaginative interpretation of complex adult concepts.
The revelation added a tender dimension to Chopra Jonas’s appearance on Jimmy Fallon’s show. Audiences first heard about the nickname in a conversation about Malti’s favorite song, with Priyanka explaining, “Bruno Mars and Rosé’s APT is her favorite song, by the way.” Then came the surprise: while Malti doesn’t know the Jonas Brothers by name, she adorably addresses them as the Donut Brothers.
Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas welcomed Malti via surrogate on January 15, 2022. With Malti now three years old, the couple remain open but protective about sharing glimpses of parenthood. Priyanka has previously spoken movingly about motherhood’s emotional depth calling it the worst and greatest thing she's ever encountered. She has admitted she struggles to discipline Malti, noting she’d “lose her life” over motherhood moments.
In discussing their toddler’s active life, Priyanka and Nick often share highlights that reflect both typical and surprising child interests. A recent May appearance revealed that Malti’s daytime schedule is surprisingly packed with nursery school, karate classes, and a short-lived attempt at soccer, which she rejected. The couple laughed that living life “with a toddler” can be more challenging than significant work projects a balance they navigate with humor and grace.
Their film and media crossover continues unabated. Chopra Jonas was on Fallon’s show to promote her political action comedy Heads of State, co-starring Idris Elba and John Cena, which premieres July 2 on Prime Video. The film combines Chopra Jonas’s global star power with her growing interest in balancing high-profile roles and family commitments, and the “Donut Brothers” mention was a charming humanizing note that delighted late-night viewers.
The viral moment underscores how celebrity parents integrate glimpses of home life into media appearances. As Priyanka said in past interviews, Malti is “very much wrapped around her finger,” making it impossible not to share endearing anecdotes with the public. The couple’s choice to remain partly open has drawn both fan adoration and critical acclaim, especially given the plenty of distractions swirling around imaginary fame and Hollywood glitter.
Beyond the “Donut Brothers” reveal, Chopra Jonas’s appearance provided fans with a wider view of her personal world. She’s known for her philanthropic dedication and high-profile stances, but moments like this reveal a softer side, the gentle blend of elegance, humor, and authentic joy that defines her public persona .
Meanwhile, the Jonas Brothers remain one of pop music’s most celebrated acts, Nick and Priyanka’s daughter might not fully grasp their global fame yet, but her nickname tells its own story. To her, these uncles aren’t chart-topping musicians, they’re part of her everyday narrative, a testament to how fame intersects with family.
In the age of curated celebrity branding, this little fragment of family life, simple yet heartfelt resonates far more than any grand reveal. The “Donut Brothers” nickname hints at future family moments to come: backyard dance parties, Calderón reenactments, and Johnny-on-the-spot glimpses of showbiz through a toddler’s eyes.
As bringing her daughter on stage, a toddler naming phenomenon showcases, Priyanka Chopra Jonas continues to navigate fame with charm, grace, and relatable honesty. The donut pun might stick, and if Malti keeps this up, fans might need a new spin-off: Malti’s Donut Brothers Show.
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