noun Svengali - a person who manipulates or exerts excessive control over another individual, especially for sinister purposes
In the music industry, a 'Svengali' is often used to describe a controlling or manipulative figure who exerts influence over an artist's career.
In literature, a 'Svengali' may refer to a character who manipulates or controls another character for their own gain or benefit.
In psychology, the term 'Svengali effect' is used to describe the phenomenon where a person is manipulated or controlled by another individual.
In film, a 'Svengali' character is often portrayed as a charismatic but ultimately sinister figure who exerts control over others.
In popular culture, the term 'Svengali' is often used to describe someone who exerts undue influence or control over others.
In the world of literature, a Svengali character is often used to describe a manipulative and controlling figure who exerts a powerful influence over another person, typically an artist or performer.
Psychologists may use the term Svengali to refer to a person who uses psychological manipulation to control or exploit others for their own gain.
Within the music industry, a Svengali figure may be someone who manages or controls a musician's career in a domineering or manipulative manner.
In acting circles, a Svengali may refer to a director or coach who exerts a strong influence over an actor's performance, sometimes to the detriment of the actor's creative freedom.