Dhar Mann

Today Jay sits down with one of the world’s most influential digital storytellers, Dhar Mann, for a raw conversation about failure, identity, and resilience. Dhar opens up about growing up feeling caught between two worlds, battling loneliness, depression, and self-doubt, and how those painful experiences ultimately shaped his purpose. Together, they explore how our deepest wounds often become the message we’re here to share, and why real healing begins when we stop hiding who we are. Dhar also breaks down the mindset and systems that helped him turn his lowest moments into a global storytelling brand. He shares why success comes from repetition, failure, and emotional connection, not validation, and reveals the story behind the one video he almost didn’t post that changed everything. In this episode you'll learn: How to Keep Going After Rejection How to Find Confidence Through Consistency How to Build a Purpose-Driven Brand How to Stop Hiding Your Struggles How to Pivot When Life Changes How to Choose the Right Partner How to Create Success That Lasts Some of the most meaningful breakthroughs happen after seasons of rejection, loneliness, and uncertainty. Keep showing up, keep believing in your growth, and keep taking the next step forward even when no one else can see the vision yet. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty JAY’S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast Check out Dhar’s new podcast, What Happens Next - https://www.youtube.com/@dharmannspodcast/featured What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:01 The Hidden Cost of Childhood Pain 05:36 Growing Up Desperate to Belong 08:47 The Real Meaning of Belonging 11:17 The Hustle That Started It All 16:05 What Failure Teaches You That Success Never Will 18:57 Fear of Failing in Public 26:07 The 5-Step Formula for Success 27:25 Owning Your Story (Even When It’s Messy) 32:35 How to Make People Actually Trust You 41:42 The Systems That Actually Build Success 49:39 The Key To Connection 54:20 Turning Content Into Impact 55:52 The Moment Everything Fell Apart 01:06:12 Choosing the Wrong Partner Can Cost You Everything 01:10:39 What Love Teaches You That Success Can’t 01:14:44 Dhar on Final Five 01:18:52 The Story Behind What Happens Next? Episode Resources: Website | https://www.dharmann.com/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@dharmannspodcast/featured YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_hK9fOxyy_TM8FJGXIyG8Q Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/dharmannofficial/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/dhar.mann/ LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmann TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@dhar.mann X | https://x.com/dharmann

It might be the biggest week in Dhar Mann’s history. From signing a massive 40-film deal with Fox to partnering with the NFL as their Chief Kindness Officer, Dhar Mann is rewriting the rules of the creator economy. In this episode, we sit down with Ross Habif, Chief Strategy Officer at Dhar Mann Studios, to break down exactly how these deals happened and what they mean for the future of vertical cinema. We also cover the other massive headlines from the week including the sale of TikTok’s US operations to Oracle, Khaby Lame's exit, and how creators are taking over off Broadway. What we cover: -- The "Crazy Week" Explained: Inside the 40-film deal with Fox & Holywater. -- NFL x Dhar Mann: What a "Chief Kindness Officer" actually does. -- Strategy Deep Dive: Why Dhar Mann chose Fox -- TikTok’s New Owner: What the Oracle sale means for your algorithm. -- The Creator (on) Stage: Madison Weaver on bringing creators to Broadway. 00:00 Intro: Super Bowl Plans & Football Banter 01:20 MrBeast x Salesforce: The "Build in Public" Super Bowl Ad 03:59 The Evolution of "Making Of" Content (Project Greenlight to YouTube) 07:47 Breaking: TikTok US Operations Sold to Oracle 10:53 What Beijing Still Controls (Algorithms & Ads) 11:52 Is the New "US TikTok" Suppressing Content? 17:00 Google & Meta Go on Trial for Child Safety 18:25 Interview: Ross Habif (Dhar Mann Studios) 18:43 Inside the 40-Film Deal with Fox & Holywater 24:44 Retaining 100% Creative Autonomy 25:04 Dhar Mann: The NFL's "Chief Kindness Officer" 26:47 Interview: Madison Weaver (The Creator Society) 27:25 From TikTok to Off-Broadway: The Story of "11 to Midnight" 34:11 Khaby Lame's $975 Million Business Move Creator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen. Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/ Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/ Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/ Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand

Happy holidays from The Media Odyssey podcast! We're regifting this episode where hosts Marion Ranchet and Evan Shapiro sit down with Dhar Mann, one of the most successful independent creators in the world, to unpack what it really means to build an owned-and-operated media empire in the age of platforms. With over 70 billion views across social media, Dhar has mastered the art of storytelling at scale without relying on traditional Hollywood systems. In a sharp, insightful conversation, Dhar shares the mechanics behind his studio’s meteoric rise, the values that drive his content, and why creators should think like CEOs. From data-driven production to brand-safe storytelling, this episode offers a rare look into what it takes to succeed at the intersection of commerce, creativity, and community. Key Takeaways: 1. Dhar Mann Studios Operates Like a Scalable, Independent Media Company Dhar built his studio from scratch with full vertical integration: in-house scripting, production, post, and distribution. Producing more than 100 episodes a year with over 100 full-time employees, he’s proving that creator-led companies can compete with and outperform traditional studios. 2. Storytelling is Engineered for Impact The key to Dhar’s success is emotional storytelling. Every script is optimized through data, test reads, and feedback loops. His team analyzes performance daily, adjusts thumbnails, titles, and narrative arcs in real time and shoots with Shorts and long-form in mind across YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and beyond. 3. Brand Safety Doesn’t Mean Boring Dhar Mann’s content is deeply family-friendly and advertiser-safe, which makes it attractive to brands. But it’s not sanitized—it tackles real issues like bullying, poverty, and prejudice through emotionally resonant narratives that audiences connect with. 4. Platform Diversification is Strategic From Facebook and YouTube to Snapchat, TikTok, and even theatrical releases, Dhar doesn’t rely on one platform. His team adapts content formats to fit algorithmic behaviors—using Shorts for reach and long-form for retention and monetization. 5. Creators Should Think Like CEOs Dhar’s biggest advice to creators: treat your channel like a business. Build teams, invest in infrastructure, understand your audience, and create repeatable systems. Virality is nice—but building a long-term, sustainable operation is the real win. Thank you Dhar Mann for joining the pod! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmann/ Interested in sponsorship? https://forms.gle/2LCWfX2HBNT8mtpx8 Connect with us on Linkedin: Evan Shapiro - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eshap-media-cartographer/ Marion Ranchet - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marionranchet/ Newsletters: Marion Ranchet - https://marionranchet.substack.com/ Evan Shapiro - https://eshap.substack.com/ (00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (00:35) - Creators at Cannes Lion (01:21) - Dhar Mann's Backstory (01:55) - The Hero's Journey in Storytelling (03:28) - From Struggles to Success (04:19) - Transition to Content Creation (04:56) - Accidental Filmmaking (11:21) - Scaling Up and Staying Scrappy (19:39) - Economic Model and Community Focus (22:02) - Balancing Mission and Economics (22:36) - Exploring Ad-Supported and SVOD Models (22:54) - YouTube's Dominance and Competitors' Strategies (25:36) - Ownership and Analytics in Content Creation (27:27) - The Power of Community and IP (28:18) - Partn

On this episode of Creator Ops, I talk with the CEO of Dhar Mann Studios,Sean Atkins, to explore how one of the world’s largest creator-led studios is shaping the future of digital content. Before joining Dhar Mann Studios, Sean built an impressive track record leading some of the world’s most recognizable media brands — he’s the former President of MTV, Chief Digital Officer at Discovery, and most recently served as President at Jellysmack, helping scale creator businesses globally. Dhar Mann is the #1 digital scripted content creator in the world, reaching over 130 million followers across platforms. In our conversation, Sean and I talk through: Their partnership with Samsung and how they brought Dhar Mann content to connected TV. Sean breaks down what it’s like working with CAA, and what creators should know before signing with an agency. We talk about rethinking brand deals — why Dhar Mann avoided them early on, how they’re approaching them now, and the rise of equity-based partnerships like Ryan Trahan’s JoyRide. Then we go behind the scenes into running a 100,000-square-foot studio — how they manage costs, track performance, and keep creativity scalable. And finally, Sean shares powerful lessons on leadership, focus, and scaling creator companies without losing culture. Links: Sean Atkins LinkedIn Dhar Mann Studios YouTube -------- About: Creator Ops teaches you how to become a great manager or operator for creators. As the creator economy gains momentum, the need for great operators is dramatically increasing. These are the people behind the creators who help with product development, finances, sponsorships, content strategy, and much more. We’ll interview the industry's best managers and operators to understand how they're shaping this rapidly changing space. Connect with me (Thomas Schreiber) on: Linked YouTube If you have any questions, comments, or feedback, send me an email: thomas@creatoropsmedia.com

Next in Media talked to Dhar Mann, Creator and founder of Dhar Mann Studios, and Sean Atkins, CEO of Dhar Mann Studios, about building one of YouTube's most successful scripted content operations. They discussed creating family-friendly scripted series at scale, working with brands beyond traditional advertising, and expanding their studio model to support other creators. Mann and Atkins also covered why scripted content is breaking through on YouTube, their Samsung TV Plus deal, and positioning as the future of creator-driven media. 🔖Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Dhar Mann and Sean Atkins 02:36 - From Personal Stories to Scripted Content at Scale 06:00 - Building Infrastructure and Leadership 08:22 - Expanding to Multi-Creator Studio Model 11:50 - Why Scripted Content Works on YouTube 14:49 - Traditional Media's Failed Creator Acquisitions 18:20 - Brand Partnerships Beyond Platform Revenue 22:17 - YouTube's Role in Creator-Brand Relationships 26:00 - Television and Fast Channels for Creators 29:00 - What Brands Need for Creator Success 💡Takeaways: 🎬 Dhar Mann Studios produces five shows weekly on a 21-day script-to-screen cycle, enabling real-time cultural relevance. 📺 The company operates 66 sets across 125,000 square feet with creator-level efficiency and economics. 🚀 Unlike talent-dependent creators, Dhar Mann built a scalable format not requiring his appearance in every video. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly co-viewing content serves a massive underserved audience. 💰 Bootstrapped and profitable since day one through platform revenue before expanding to brand partnerships. 🎯 Brands are shifting from transactional relationships to long-term partnerships including co-developed studios. ⚡ The 21-day production cycle lets brands move at culture's speed for scripted content. 🏢 Fifth Quarter agency helps other creators build sustainable businesses using their infrastructure. 📱 Samsung TV Plus provides validation and revenue diversification while reaching traditional viewing audiences. 🔮 Creators will become challenger brands in verticals where they've built expertise through partnerships. Follow Dhar Mann: linkedin.com/in/dharmann

Welcome to a new episode of The Media Odyssey Podcast, where we explore the people and ideas reshaping the media landscape. Hosts Marion Ranchet and Evan Shapiro sit down with Dhar Mann , one of the most successful independent creators in the world, to unpack what it really means to build an owned-and-operated media empire in the age of platforms. With over 70 billion views across social media, Dhar has mastered the art of storytelling at scale—without relying on traditional Hollywood systems. In a sharp, insightful conversation, Dhar shares the mechanics behind his studio’s meteoric rise, the values that drive his content, and why creators should think like CEOs. From data-driven production to brand-safe storytelling, this episode offers a rare look into what it takes to succeed at the intersection of commerce, creativity, and community. Key Takeaways: 1. Dhar Mann Studios Operates Like a Scalable, Independent Media Company Dhar built his studio from scratch with full vertical integration: in-house scripting, production, post, and distribution . Producing more than 100 episodes a year with over 100 full-time employees, he’s proving that creator-led companies can compete with—and outperform—traditional studios. 2. Storytelling is Engineered for Impact The key to Dhar’s success is emotional storytelling. Every script is optimized through data, test reads, and feedback loops. His team analyzes performance daily, adjusts thumbnails, titles, and narrative arcs in real time—and shoots with Shorts and long-form in mind across YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and beyond. 3. Brand Safety Doesn’t Mean Boring Dhar Mann’s content is deeply family-friendly and advertiser-safe , which makes it attractive to brands. But it’s not sanitized—it tackles real issues like bullying, poverty, and prejudice through emotionally resonant narratives that audiences connect with. 4. Platform Diversification is Strategic From Facebook and YouTube to Snapchat, TikTok, and even theatrical releases, Dhar doesn’t rely on one platform. His team adapts content formats to fit algorithmic behaviors—using Shorts for reach and long-form for retention and monetization. 5. Creators Should Think Like CEOs Dhar’s biggest advice to creators: treat your channel like a business . Build teams, invest in infrastructure, understand your audience, and create repeatable systems. Virality is nice—but building a long-term, sustainable operation is the real win. Thank you Dhar Mann for joining the pod! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmann/ Interested in sponsorship? https://forms.gle/2LCWfX2HBNT8mtpx8 Connect with us on Linkedin: Evan Shapiro - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eshap-media-cartographer/ Marion Ranchet - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marionranchet/ Newsletters: Marion Ranchet - https://marionranchet.substack.com/ Evan Shapiro - https://eshap.substack.com/ (00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (00:35) - Creators at Cannes Lion (01:21) - Dar Man D's Backstory (01:55) - The Hero's Journey in Storytelling (03:28) - From Struggles to Success (04:19) - Transition to Content Creation (04:56) - Accidental Filmmaking (11:21) - Scaling Up and Staying Scrappy (19:39) - Economic Model and Community Focus (22:02) - Balancing Mission and Economics

Dhar Mann, just named a Titan on the TIME100 Creators List for 2025, joins Creator Upload to reveal the strategy behind his global media empire. In a candid conversation, Dhar shares why he stepped down as CEO, his playbook for acquiring other creators, and his vision for why brands need to start thinking like creators.Plus, hosts Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen break down the massive news of TikTok's plan to launch a US-only app this fall and discuss how Amazon is doubling creator commissions for Prime Day to capitalize on the platform uncertainty.00:00 Intro 01:40 TIME100 Creators List 2025 Revealed08:07 TikTok to Debut a US-Only App 11:53 Welcoming Dhar Mann 13:35 Dhar Mann on Stepping Down as CEO 19:50 Dhar's Focus After the CEO Role 22:54 The Future of Dhar Mann Studios 26:34 Acquiring Other Creators: The Disney Playbook 27:56 Should Every Creator Build a Big Business? 32:44 Why Dhar Mann Avoided Traditional Brand Deals & Merch 35:16 Why Brands Need a Chief Creator Officer 38:06 Where to Find Dhar Mann's Content 39:34 Uploads & Downloads 39:55 Amazon Doubles Creator Commissions for Prime Day 40:58 Kai Cenat Launches TONE Body Care Line in Target 41:44 OutroCreator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen.Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand

Dhar Mann's Roblox Channel Is Worse... - Hello people, welcome back. Today we take a look at dhar mann's secret roblox channel known as "dhar mann blox" Dhar mann in roblox is very cringe to say the least, it's like dhar mann but more zero-budget and today I give my reaction to the weird roblox dhar mann video. Enjoy! :) KeidBoi

Dhar Mann, But It's Roblox... - Today we look at dhar mann in roblox and the dhar mann roblox edition which is very cringe. There are tons of roblox dhar mann copycats out there and they copying dhar mann but in roblox bloxburg and roblox videos. In this specific episode of dharr man but roblox dhar mann tiktok mom gets sad and shamed for trying to be a tiktoker, her spoiled kids dont want their mom to be a tiktok star. So you see... we're not just telling stories, we're changing lives...

Dhar Mann Made a Roblox Channel... - Today me and ‪@OGLofi‬ take a look at dhar mann's secret roblox youtube channel where he does roblox dhar mann videos. You already know this is a dhar mann reaction video but only this time we are reacting to cringe dhar mann roblox videos and the new official dhar mann roblox channel called dhar mann blox with shaneplays. Hope you enjoy! :) KeidBoi

Dhar Mann Ruins His Life In 5 Seconds... - Today we take a look at a dhar mann cringe video. In this video dhar mann makes a huge mistake and we react to some dhar mann meme and dhar mann memes. In this dhar mann video he make a video with dhar mann sniperwolf collab sssniperwolf and dharmann work together in this video and honestly its cringe. We make it a very funny and comedy video where we look at inspirational quotes.

Dhar Mann: THE MOVIE 2 - Hello People, welcome back! Today I have for you Dhar Mann The Movie, Number 2! We take a look at everything from cringey dhar mann videos with people like SSSniperwolf and Topper Guilld to dhar mann's roblox channel dhar mann blox with shane plays, and even dhar mann's evil clone tomorrow's teachings we take a look at everything dhar mann for the 2nd time. Enjoy! :) KeidBoi