Former Homeboyz Radio presenter and actor, Charlie Karumi, has embarked on an exciting journey in pursuit of his acting dreams after relocating to Canada.
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Charlie Karumi's Kenyan trait that attracts film directors & earns him gigs in Canada
In Canada, Karumi has wasted no time in kickstarting his acting career, landing roles in notable films such as 'So Help Me Todd' and 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.'
Canadian-based Kenyan actor Charlie Karumi
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Karumi recently revealed the unique quality that has set him apart in the competitive North American acting scene, earning him two coveted acting gigs.
In a candid video shared on TikTok, Karumi opened up about the challenges he faced as an actor transitioning from Kenya to Canada.
Despite auditions typically requiring a standard North American accent, directors took notice of Karumi's distinct Kenyan accent from afar.
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Some even specifically requested him to bring out and maintain his African accent throughout the audition process.
Reflecting on his journey, Karumi shared, "When I moved here from Kenya, you read all of these audition scripts and directions, they like standard North American accent.
"But two of the gigs I have gotten so far it's because...the director was like I think I heard an accent, is it African, could you do that African accent? I'm like Kenyan accent?"
Canadian-based Kenyan actor Charlie Karumi
Charlie Karumi
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In Canada, Karumi has wasted no time in kickstarting his acting career, landing roles in notable films such as 'So Help Me Todd' and 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.'
His transition from radio presenter to actor was prompted by a life-changing decision to join his wife, who is pursuing postgraduate studies in Courtenay, Canada.
Karumi's aspirations to become a movie star have only intensified since his move, with the actor setting his sights on Hollywood North—Vancouver. "I am going to be a movie star, it is really what I desire. I want to be in films and movie shows and am going to make that happen," he declared.
With Vancouver renowned as a hub for film and television production, Karumi sees it as the perfect springboard for his Hollywood ambitions.
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"So Vancouver province, there is a place where they shoot tons of movies and shows, and I need to break into the industry there and from there to the world because that is what I want to," he affirmed.
Canadian-based Kenyan actor Charlie Karumi
Former Homeboyz radio host charlie Karumi in Canada
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Karumi acknowledges the challenges ahead but remains undeterred in his pursuit of success. "I don't when or how but is going to happen, it is going to be a fun crazy and difficult ride but am ready for it," he expressed with determination.
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