Popsugar Entertainment Mindy Kaling The Mindy Project Love Interests Ranking Mindy's 10 Boyfriends on The Mindy Project September 12, 2014 by Shannon Vestal Robson View On One Page Photo 5 of 10 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 5 6. Charlie Played by: Tim Daly The nature of the relationship: Dating casually Reason for ranking: Because as Charlie says, he's not a guy, he's a man. He's brusque, successful, and reminds Mindy to respect herself, but alas, the timing is so off (it's Danny time). Previous Next Start Slideshow The Mindy ProjectMindy KalingTV