In an age driven by relentless ambition and the hunger for power, John Huston’s 1975 adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s The Man Who Would Be King offers a cautionary tale that modern leaders can’t afford to ignore. The story of Daniel Dravot and Peachey Carnehan—two former British soldiers turned self-declared monarchs of Kafiristan—echoes eerily through the halls of today’s boardrooms, political arenas, and influencer empires. While ambition is the engine of innovation and leadership, unchecked ambition can pave the path to downfall. 🧭 The Fine Line Between Vision and Delusion What starts as a daring adventure quickly unravels into a descent driven by hubris. Dravot’s visionary leadership initially wins hearts and consolidates power, but as his ambition morphs into delusion, he declares himself a god and takes a wife—not out of love, but to solidify his rule. That single misstep topples his kingdom and seals his fate. Modern leaders often begin with noble intentions—disrupting i...