The Contour of Luxury Spring/Summer 2020 Issue | Page 93

awar, before we delve into your current career status...lets first go back to your prior
Television and Film history. Your family has had celebrity prominence since before you
were born. What was your experience growing up as the grandson of Noor Mohammed
harlie, one of the pioneers of the Bollywood film industry, and an Indian film legend?
What is really interesting growing up the grandson of a very famous
Hollywood actor is that by the time they came to the United States
my grandfather was actually retired. I had no idea the depth of his
fame until we would go out to different cultural events or Indian
restaurants where he would get recognized. To me he was just
my grandfather. But he was also my biggest advocate and getting
involved in the entertainment industry. I remember he entered me
in my first dance competition when I was six years old. He always
knew I wanted to be an entertainer from the very early age and
encouraged that.
o you feel that your years surrounded by family notoriety helps you navigate
your pathway living in the spotlight now?
I feel very fortunate to have had the experience of watching my grandfather
and my parents navigate success. They were always very humble, kind to
their public and genuine both in private and in public. Those are the lessons
that I take with me now. Doesn’t matter if you’re on TV or just interacting with
people on daily basis, it’s important to be genuine and authentic regardless.
Definitely good lessons that I’ve learned.
"I feel very fortunate to have had the experience of watching my
grandfather and my parents navigate success." ~ Yawar Charlie