What life is really like for Indian students abroad | Brut Documentary

They pack up their entire lives in a suitcase and venture beyond their comfort zone to study abroad. But what is life like for them once they get there? Brut met two young students in the US and UK to learn more.

Priyanshu Raj:

[shubhsrivastava]

We need to normalize college students working part-time in India!

[shankhadeepnath]

Most important lesson one learns while staying abroad without family is ability to live with your own-self. This creates self confidence like nothing else.

[GauravSingh-pkqw]

For some people complaining that they shouldn't have left India for pursuing their education abroad guys everyone knows how education is in our country and how overpopulation and reservation system can affect someone's career

[mahathiee]

Let me tell you guys... what are the differences

1) You feel like you made it in Life once you reach abroad as a student (be it US/Canada/UK/European country/ Asian country)

2) You will find everything expensive due to price conversion for example 1ltr of milk is about 0.90 - 1.79 Euros if you convert to rupees you go crazy!!!(I have lived and currently living as a student in Germany and Italy) but you get used to it.. the prices are high here for everything.


2) The Language. If you plan to study in a non English speaking country I am TELLING YOU!!! - LEARN THE BASICS OF THAT LANGUAGE! other wise you will find it hard to survive... mainly when you have to deal with groceries shopping and public transports.

4) Rules and the Law. For me personally as a citizen on the street I feel more respected in Germany and Italy. Because people have road manners here and follow the rules set by the Authorities. When you have to shift the road while walking, the cars will stop for you. - unlike India. (I still love my country ❤️) and the police are very very kind and totally available to you. If anything bad happens don't feel alone just report it to local police through call. And you also follow the rules!

5. Food problems: Yes ofcouse, you will probably have a flash back of yourself complaining about the food served by your mom😂 but you truly miss Indian food and go crazy.. but don't worry you will find some Indian/Turkish/Iranian/afghan groceries store and you can buy rice, herbs and spices form there. But mind it- it will be expensive ofcouse. And you will eventually switch to eating less expensive Indian food. (I eat fruits, salads and occasionally cook good Indian food during weekends and its actually keeping me fit and healthy and satisfied)


6) People- People are open minded here.. I suggest you to carry your best... Your character, your attitude, your personality is something very special about you and thats why you made it. So feeel super happy and confident when you communicate. It doesn't matter if you didnt understand that person. Be polite and kind and ask them to repeat. And.. dont please behave carelessly or get over drunk public, remember you are not in India. Whatever you behave that speaks of India. Watch your habits and attitudes. And one more thing... dont get into dating... take time to enjoy your life.
People will be nice to you, because they are nice and kind.. and that doesnt mean they are inviting you!


7) Weather: India has 12hr day and 12hr night... but in abroad the sunrise and sunsets vary depending on the season. So expect some changes in your daily routine if you are person associated with the sunrise and sunset rather than clock.

8) Culture: Every country has its own culture of greeting and behaviour. I suggest you to be very open minded and make friends and that's how you will learn the culture of food, art, dining, festivals, music and much more.. and ofcouse you can also explore alone.. Throw that shyness, anxiety or underconfidence away. It will never let you experience life to its fullest! So even though you feel a nervous while interacting just hide it!! Fake it! Eventually you trained yourself to feel confident!


9) Finance: At one point of time... as a student, you will feel hopeless. You think your friends are not good enough for you. And you have lots to study. You miss your family. You don't like your neighbours and everything is a problem in your life and you fear of going bankkrupt!!!! I suggest you to go through this phase and totally relax later... there are 2 aspects. If you are in English speaking country 50% of the above problems are solved because its easier to find a parttime jobs if you are in a Non English speaking country you will have hard time with job... so you must know atleast A2-B1 level of their language to get a part time job to cover your rent, food and entertainment. If you have already saved (15lax per year) and don't have problems with money then you will do fine... what ever happens hold on to yourself and trust me! You will get that internship, that part time job and you will make it to the end and definitely you will be happy! Also never care bout what people think about your choices, they are just other people. You have a long life to live and you definitely build up your character and meet great and right people in your life..

10) Final Verdict-
Try to focus on building your Character and personality. Don't ever let your clothes, your low bank balance or no friends to hang out- thing to determine who you are! Create a great state of mind and be mindfull about the time you spend with the kind of people, places, ideas, materialistic things and the kind of thought process you have.
Have a clear "Why" - why you came abroad and what you want to achieve. Create a vision board and remind yourself what is that you want And just focus on that.. and you will make a beautiful life out of yourself.


I wish you all the

[Noname-hclw]

While I appreciate their hard work in studying in world class universities, luck/privilege also plays an important role. Lot of Indians doesn't have access to world class education or even travelling abroad in general. Wish more of us explore the best of the World!

[paramdrall]

" it'll get better in india "

This is what your parents were told, it's What we were told.... But you Can't spend your entire life for it to get better, it's better to let go and move abroad.

[shreyanshkumar]

Congratulations priyanshu for being featured in brut India. I missed those days, sharing our bench for 6 years....and enjoying our school day ....!

[TheStoicApe]

When the "Best" University of India is under 170 rank of world, with 50% seats reserved, you can expect lot of rankers and students leaving.

[whatshadabsays]

Been in canada for a year now and I can tell u… Go to any country in the world u want, U’ll find peace only where your family is. Home is where you belong. Peace out ✌🏻

[Islam.A.i]

Wow I’m so teary eyed, Literally watching this video while missing my family back in India. It’s been 6 months since I moved to USA and everyday feels like 1 inch closer to achieve my ‘THE GREAT AMERICAN DREAM’. But will always miss India!❤️

[KaranSingh-txyv]

How to Success in Life
Go Abroad
Create YouTube Channel
Vlog with title " Indian In America "

[antiignorance]

Brut should interview students who are studying in countries other than the UK and USA, like Korea, Japan, Russia, China, etc and other countries where the common people don't know English, so these India students learn local language to communicate and its more hard work and dedication, they deserve appreciation.

[shahimashahima]

Brut team supp content, real authentic not fancy fake type what numerous were doing. Thanks to Priyanka & Priyanshu for sharing their actual up n downs. I hope this will help many folks out there. Lot's of love from Bangalore 🔥❤️ 🤩

[randomuser]

“The best part is being here” Well said my friend

[komalanand]

The content is good but I really feel that students staying in hostels in India also have to do everything by themselves. Be it washing or having tea students in hostels have same struggles. The only difference is part time job along with studies is well appreciated in abroad whereas in India this trend is very slow.The rest of Content is similar to the hosteller in India also.Staying in a hostel in a totally new state is also like abroad. I have compared the Dal, sambar as well as tea of my native state. If I don't do laundry on time then it will be piled up and plus majority of hostels don't have luxury of washing machines. People always admire of student life in abroad but I really feel that before moving to abroad have a experience of hostels during your degree or pg. We will learn a lot and we become more matured. In the initial stage Life leaving our family will suck our confidence be it in India or abroad. Later on we will change but yes our home is always the best as our family is there.

[Whatt_a_drag]

Congratulations on featuring in brut india sister ❤. Always proud of you 🇮🇳. You're doing a grt job

[harditsingh]

I respect these students showcasing their difficulties to others so they can know about know about the situation.

[hooman]

It’s so sad people in the comments are so dumb saying that they should’ve stayed in hostel in india and done this and that.. most of the people who come abroad come from diverse backgrounds many have work experience from India, most of them have lived independently in India and are doing the same here but still consider this much difficult. I myself did my graduation in a different state in India, worked a part time job but if I missed my parents I could take the flight within a week or two and get back to them in 3 hours and here its like 18 hours, culture shock is a real thing, learning about a new country’s tax system, bus routes, cultures, work environment, finding people with whom you can connect with and talk freely. It’s damn difficult. Many students get aid here for studying also education in India is expensive just add 3-4 lakhs to that and you’ll get a community college here.
I’m not encouraging brain drain but there are so many things that a person thinks of while moving abroad. For me its to get my mother settled here so that she gets a good medical in future and gets money from government, I wish to bring my sibling here so that he can study in a diverse environment.
Please don’t take such reviews in negative light as no one here is saying that India is easy no india is damn difficult in its own way but so is abroad

[vaan]

Before I went to study abroad I lived with my parents. Even to buy bread or any item for house I used to call my parents if i can buy. So much dependency. It wasn't about money. Just that decision making skills. To cook anything I used to ask my mom if i can. How much quantity etc. Once I lived independently quick decision skills improved. Independency.

[aradhyanegi]

honestly, the reason for going abroad is never better education cause to be honest if you want good education you can always go for a top tier private college if you could not get a good govt college because of reservation or competition. students actually go abroad looking for freedom, better opportunities, and infrastructure. Most importantly it has always been a status symbol. I wish india was as free and clean, so none of us had to think of leaving.