What really happens after Love Island ends?
In this episode of Managed, Shakira Khan sits down with her manager Emily Hibbert and Hannah to break down the reality of life after the villa — from overwhelming brand deals and choosing management to mental health, identity, and navigating fame.
Shakira opens up about her experience growing up, speaking on racism, staying authentic online, and building a long-term career beyond reality TV. This is an honest look at the creator industry, influencer marketing, and what it actually takes to turn viral fame into something sustainable.
00:00 Meet Shakira Khan & life after Love Island
03:00 Meeting 20+ agencies & choosing management
07:30 Red flags in talent agencies (what to avoid)
12:00 Building a real relationship with your manager
17:00 The reality of leaving the villa (mental health)
22:00 Speaking on racism & using your platform
27:00 How Shakira planned her brand deals before the show
32:00 Content creation, briefs & staying authentic
38:00 TV opportunities vs brand deals (what matters more)
44:00 Fame pressure, public scrutiny & mental resilience
52:00 Long-term strategy, money & building a career
58:30 Final advice: don’t rush, choose wisely
Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age.
Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age.
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