Interview with- Nadyia Jawahir

Stats

Bust: 34
Waist: 25
Hips: 34
Birthplace: Minnesota, United States
Birth date: 12/18/1985 
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 95 lb

What was your first job?
Growing up my parents weren't too fond of me working - they wanted me to put my education first.  So instead I found myself doing steady volunteer work at the local hospital - I volunteered primarily in the pediatric unit and the administrative office.  As for my first real job - which I still have to this day - is my pharmacy job. I started out as an technician and am now a corporate intern.  Moving up - slowly but surely!

What's your favorite movie, book, or CD?
I have way too many favorites!  Some of my them include Nicholas Sparks' A Walk to Remember, A Bend in the Road, and Message in a Bottle. I also enjoy novels by Suzanne Fisher Staples such as Shabanu: Daughter of the Wind and Shiva's Fire.  And of course countless romance novels! For movies, my favorites Bollywood films include Kal Ho Naa Ho, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Mission Kashmir, Asoka, Lagaan, and last but not least Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.  As for English movies - my all time favorite is Dumb and Dumber - it's a classic.

What type of music gets you in the mood?
Depends on what mood you are referring to! I love old school R&B music for getting in a romantic mood, such as Boyz II Men and TLC. Some Hindi songs are really romantic too! Especially those from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, the song Raat Ka Nasha from Asoka and Tujhe Chand Chahiye from Supari really make me go, "Awww!" I'm a sap, and a hopeless romantic. Now for the partying mood, I love reggae, soca, chutney, and the latest Bollywood hits that you can actually move your hips to!

Who do you look up to in the entertainment industry?
Aishwarya Rai is my all time favorite. She is youthful yet mature at the same time, beautiful, classy (unlike many others in the industry) and talented in every aspect.  I really admire that she is an independent woman and is willing to take on taboo and never-before roles.  I truly feel her confidence is her key to success - it's what sets her apart from the rest.  

Do you have any pets?
No I do not - It's hard to have pets in Minnesota with the terrible winter and all.  I had a goldfish once long ago - and it lived for 2.5 years! 

What's the nicest thing someone has done for you?
People do nice things for me all the time - it's hard to narrow down. The most recent thing I can remember was when I left my purse on a table at the University.  An elderly woman saw me leave it on the table - so she picked it up in hopes to catch up with me and return it. Unfortunately I caught a bus without realizing this as she was walking towards me.  This woman caught the bus right behind mine and rode in it for 20 minutes waiting for me to get off. Finally I did and she returned it to me, and was still very sweet about it!  I thought this was extremely nice - after all, she could have just let it sit on the table and let someone else deal with it.  What a sweet lady!

Why did you decide to enter the entertainment industry?
Well - I haven't quite fully entered yet as I am just starting - but I feel that it is a fun, uplifting field in which you get to meet great people.  Plus, you get the opportunity to be spunky and express your creative side once in a while.  

Bollywood or Hollywood?
Both. However, Bollywood acting is too clichéd, like running around and dancing in the streets of NYC or hiding behind trees all intertwined with a love triangle in which the girl is about the get married. That I don't like. But Bollywood has put out some excellent films like Kal Ho Naa Ho, Water, and Asoka. These are someof my favorites, and if you noticed, they aren't typical Bollywood films. Hollywood is great too though, especially the action films like Spiderman I and II and Transformers - they have amazing special effects.

Which Bollywood actor would you like to share a love scene with?
John Abraham, John Abraham, and John Abraham!!!! Oh man, talk about a diehard fan right here. I had a crush on that man the moment I saw him...no one in Bollywood has more appeal than him, plus he is an amazing actor...so I think we could make it look pretty realistic...wink wink, nudge nudge.

Do you have any desire to move from modeling to acting?
I'm not sure.  It would be fun for sure though - and if I were given a shot at that, I would probably give it a try. 

When were you inspired to become a model? Was your family supportive?
Over the past few years my interest has grown - especially since I realize that I offer a diverse look to the fashion scene here in Minnesota.  My parents have been somewhat supportive  - they want me to remain focused on school - which I have been, so they are fine with it.

Who do you look up to?
My parents. They have worked very hard to raise my sister and myself here in America - they have provided me with everything I've needed. They are what one would call the ideal parents.

What do you like to do in your spare time?
Read romance novels, watch Bollywood films (of course), and hang out with my family and friends.

What are your turn offs?
Smelly boys!  Ewww!  But in all honesty, a conceited person really puts me back.  I hate it when guys are so wrapped into themselves they forget about you!  A bland personality is a big negative also - I need a creative, energetic person to keep up with me!  And about the smelly boys?  Yes - personal hygiene is a MUST!

What's your fantasy?
To be on a warm, tropical island in the middle of the Caribbean with the man of my dreams. My world would be free of work and exams - and I would get to sleep in till noon everyday. The trees would sprout chocolate (that wouldn't melt in the warm weather) and I would have a Starbucks Coffee Shop right there, just for me!

What's the kinkiest thing you've ever done?  
I'm a good girl!

When did you realize that guys first started noticing you or hitting on you?  
Probably at the time when guys usually start noticing girls - 14 years or so?  Ironically, I was too busy with my school work to really notice this.

Are you the kind of girl who feels flattered when random strangers try to flirt with you or do you get irritated?  
Depends on the tactics. If he is one of those guys that are like, "Hey baby...are you tired? Because, dang, you been runnin through my mind all day!" Then no, I am not flattered...but pretty amused that some guys think that actually works! I don't think I get irritated unless they get persistent and are unable to take a hint that I am not interested. At least try to get to know me first. If a guy is polite, and gives me a genuine compliment...then I may be flattered.

Are you in a relationship? What do you look for in a partner?  
Yes I am - I've been with my boyfriend for 2 years.  I look for someone that is honest, intelligent, funny, and I have to find him attractive.

Tell us two things that our readers would be surprised to know?  
I am a big book nerd!  I wanted to have a "reading party" this summer and my boyfriend and sister made fun of me non-stop.  I am also quite the klutz, I tend to fall in odd places.