Big Think I make videos about life lessons, these are the ones I’ve learned firsthand | Dhar Mann
Jun 26, 2025
Dhar Mann, a filmmaker and entrepreneur behind Dhar Mann Studios, shares his journey from feeling out of place to building a brand that has amassed over 60 billion views. He reflects on the worst advice he received and how, after hitting rock bottom, he took ownership of his life. The near-loss of his daughter during COVID shifted his priorities, leading him to redefine success as being present for his family. Mann emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the power of consistency in nurturing familial bonds and personal growth.
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Name Change Advice Rejected
- Dhar Mann was advised to change his name due to his past failures, but he chose to build his brand around it instead.
- This decision led to him gaining over 60 billion views, proving the advice wrong.
Cultural Identity Struggles
- Dhar Mann struggled growing up feeling caught between Indian and American cultures, often feeling he didn't fit in either group.
- He eventually realized he didn't need to fit in a box and accepted himself freely.
Owning Responsibility at Rock Bottom
- At 30, Dhar Mann hit rock bottom with a public breakup, financial and health issues, and depression.
- He stopped blaming external factors and took full responsibility for his life, which empowered him.