Malia Ann Debuts 'The Heart' at Sundance, Sparks Nepotism Debate

Using a stage name, Malia Obama seeks to forge her own path in film, amid mixed reviews and discussions on nepotism.

Malia Obama, now going by Malia Ann, makes her directorial debut with the short film 'The Heart' at the Sundance Film Festival.
The name change is seen as an effort to carve out her own identity in Hollywood, separate from her famous parents, Barack and Michelle Obama.
Critics and social media users debate the impact of nepotism on her career, with some defending her right to self-identity.
Whoopi Goldberg publicly supports Malia Ann's decision to use a stage name, emphasizing the importance of personal choice.
Despite the name change, reviews of 'The Heart' are mixed, with some negative feedback focusing on perceived nepotism.