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  • One doctor in India gave many of her HIV/AIDs patients hope by helping them find partners. More than two million Indians are HIV positive. Many conceal their illness because of the stigma.
    Doctor and microbiologist Suniti Solomon was a pioneer in India in the field of HIV and AIDs. She diagnosed the first AIDs cases on the subcontinent among prostitutes in Chennai. But she also made a name for herself because of her matchmaking. She gave new hope to patients who had become isolated because of the social stigma attached to the disease, bringing together countless couples, such as Karthik and Manu. With the doctor’s help, they found each other, a new life, and a new outlook on living with HIV. Suniti Solomon died in 2015.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 4,8 тис.

  • @abha87
    @abha87 7 місяців тому +978

    The grace of this doctor to not attend her patients wedding so as not to make them uncomfortable - there is so much beauty in her!

    • @nishantjoshi6393
      @nishantjoshi6393 6 місяців тому +8

      What a lovely comment !

    • @saulpillai1859
      @saulpillai1859 4 місяці тому +5

      Yes a lovely comment. May the soul of Dr. Suniti be at peace

  • @nwayshinemin
    @nwayshinemin 3 роки тому +6259

    She should get a Nobel peace prize!!

    • @selinakhan18
      @selinakhan18 3 роки тому +151

      Defo the work she did, she should have been regarded as the "mother Teresa" of AID/HIV. We lost an amazing person.

    • @1712msa
      @1712msa 3 роки тому +28

      Yes!! She deserves it !!

    • @anjuk6255
      @anjuk6255 3 роки тому +163

      Yes..but she was definitely awarded Padmashri, the 4th highest ranked civilian award in india

    • @arvindkumarvartiya9577
      @arvindkumarvartiya9577 3 роки тому +94

      I think Nobel prize are only made for westerner only
      I don't even think how evil Donal trump choosen for noble peace prize 🤔

    • @ladhimona9611
      @ladhimona9611 3 роки тому +47

      Unfortunately she passed away, a few years ago.

  • @1Peaux
    @1Peaux 2 роки тому +1826

    Dr Suniti passed away 6 years ago thankfully she was recognised and awarded the Padma Shri.
    But she'll never be forgotten and I absolutely love the "lovesick" story or Karthik and Manu. I wish them long life and prosperity.
    I loved this documentary

    • @j.umipig4269
      @j.umipig4269 8 місяців тому +25

      her legacy will live on.

    • @KA-yz2ld
      @KA-yz2ld 5 місяців тому +7

      RIP

    • @Dan-xx5jq
      @Dan-xx5jq 5 місяців тому +17

      oh so sad. she was a Saint.

    • @blazefairchild465
      @blazefairchild465 5 місяців тому +9

      A beautiful lady inside and out.

    • @suzannah1057
      @suzannah1057 5 місяців тому +10

      You broke my heart!
      What a beautiful, beautiful lady, I know she sits right beside the Gods on high!

  • @lizxu322
    @lizxu322 2 роки тому +988

    Remember all these patients willingly came forward and asked for partners in the same boat - a lot of HIV positive people would have kept their diagnosis a secret and ruined lives due to their selfishness. These people are brave and moral, and suffered a bit for it.

    • @el-maiki
      @el-maiki 8 місяців тому +56

      HIV positive patients can be with someone with doesn’t have HIV. that is because as long as they take their meds and the virus is undetected in blood, is impossible to transmit it to others. I assume in this case they just wanted to avoid further complications with people who do not know about this illness

    • @tvtube8389
      @tvtube8389 8 місяців тому +105

      ​@el-maiki no matter their intentions, they should be honest and let the other person know.

    • @lizxu322
      @lizxu322 8 місяців тому +58

      @@tvtube8389 200% agree. Especially if there is a chance the person doesn't take the meds regularly all the time etc, the chance of catching it may be low but never 0. The other person needs full disclosure to properly consent

    • @Mariamsadventure
      @Mariamsadventure 6 місяців тому +22

      @@el-maikiyou completely missed the point intentionally.

    • @blazefairchild465
      @blazefairchild465 5 місяців тому +6

      Like Manus first husband.

  • @sinceritydjp
    @sinceritydjp 3 роки тому +3147

    When she said her husband said do whatever you like...that made me cry because it showed how much he loved her and how much he treasured her.

    • @rahilhasan9095
      @rahilhasan9095 3 роки тому +96

      i say the same thing to my sisters they can do whatever they want but they have to be sure that itll bring happiness to them or else ill be the one to be blamed. after my mom passed away on oct 17 2020 i take care of them

    • @sinceritydjp
      @sinceritydjp 3 роки тому +50

      @@rahilhasan9095 thats a nice thing to say to your sister. I respect you for that and taking care of them.

    • @theinkbrain
      @theinkbrain 3 роки тому +62

      Yes. That was exceptional for an Indian man, which is why people find it remarkable. Indian women are expected to let their husbands "do whatever he likes." Its just taken for granted, and that is a shame.

    • @gangarajeshwar2036
      @gangarajeshwar2036 3 роки тому

      Absolutely u r rt

    • @theinkbrain
      @theinkbrain 3 роки тому +10

      @THE ZOLDICS Its sooooo true. Indian women are 2nd class citizens.

  • @manthan22218
    @manthan22218 3 роки тому +3877

    The Doctor was A century ahead in thinking and was forward-thinking - wish we have more women like her
    The world will be a better place

    • @alisonfraser3305
      @alisonfraser3305 3 роки тому +53

      We do have, but there are people standing in their way from the moment of birth. Before birth, in some cases!

    • @swatichauhan7912
      @swatichauhan7912 3 роки тому +35

      Young girls are stopped on every step she wants to think ahead ... But we will still think ahead ... It won't stop us .. because we are gonna be future mother's .. we have to be efficient enough and also be prepared to give good values and forward thinking to our kids .. we just can't live for ourselves we have to live and think for the future .

    • @RM-fs8ub
      @RM-fs8ub 3 роки тому +21

      Am in total admiration for this doctor! Working with the unloved is a true mark of her dedication to life.

    • @thaliadacosta7206
      @thaliadacosta7206 3 роки тому +14

      she saw that every life has meaning. religion, class, and health were of no importance to her rather how to keep ppl healthy and find happiness. this is having an open mind this is what the world needs. yes she was a brilliant dr and I cried and said a prayer for her. she was covered by all religions it seems and I hope for the sake of the world she comes back to us in some other beautiful form.

    • @Hintedbymarina
      @Hintedbymarina 2 роки тому +5

      absolutely!! God bless that woman...I hope her practice was able to continue to function after her passing...

  • @Elizabeth-iv3gn
    @Elizabeth-iv3gn 8 місяців тому +750

    Shame on that man's family who knew their son had HIV and hurried the wedding along, fully understanding that his new wife/their daughter in law is going to get infected with HIV as well... like why?! They knowingly transmitted this disease to her 😡😠 They knew they would consummate their marriage on wedding night and clearly didn't give two sh*ts. That's like knowingly giving someone cancer.... I bet their excuse was, "but.. but... our son has right to marry as well" 🙄

    • @lydia27xoxo
      @lydia27xoxo 7 місяців тому +73

      Big shame on them

    • @siddyray3361
      @siddyray3361 7 місяців тому +36

      Probably because of Societal Pressure.
      Very loose moral.

    • @provrr
      @provrr 6 місяців тому +25

      Exactly, too many pressures for marriage and children, like it's the end of the world.

    • @rojamillerover
      @rojamillerover 5 місяців тому +39

      It's actually a punishable offence by jail term. I wonder if its the case in India too

    • @paulinemuthena6545
      @paulinemuthena6545 5 місяців тому +13

      I hope she left him because of his dishonesty.

  • @humblegod8279
    @humblegod8279 8 місяців тому +161

    Dr. Suniti deserves an Noble Prize.
    And this documentary deserves an Oscar.

  • @lmss3309
    @lmss3309 3 роки тому +618

    She was in a service for so long but India awarded her with padmashri after 2 years of her death. it's true that we realize the importance of someone only after they are gone.

    • @Vscorner_love
      @Vscorner_love 3 роки тому +12

      I literally have a frog in my throat. Thank you Dr Solomon. LDL=Untransmitable. Love your concept 😭😭😭😭😭 I'm so touched by your work

  • @testingacocunt4267
    @testingacocunt4267 3 роки тому +3215

    HIV and STD plus general health check should be mandatory before wedding. Indian parents spend money on astrologer amd gold but this is essential too

  • @successfullym3
    @successfullym3 8 місяців тому +274

    The ending was devastating 😢.... heartbreaking to learn she passed away from cancer... she didn't deserve that.... she was doing compassionate things for her people

    • @nishantjoshi6393
      @nishantjoshi6393 6 місяців тому +8

      So true 😢

    • @ortneww
      @ortneww 5 місяців тому +7

      I agree 🙁 so sad 💔

    • @Dan-xx5jq
      @Dan-xx5jq 5 місяців тому +22

      she is with her husband who she missed so much.

  • @Noname-yn1qi
    @Noname-yn1qi 2 роки тому +998

    A beautiful documentary.. the doctor was such a kind hearted soul.. I hope her legacy is passed on.. I wish the best to the couple ❤️

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  2 роки тому +25

      Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

    • @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568
      @daktarioskarvannederhosen2568 2 роки тому +14

      @@DWDocumentary thanks for commenting and taking the time to watch (for comments).

    • @KhaliPeeliBheja
      @KhaliPeeliBheja 2 роки тому +3

      Good theme and well-made as well.

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 2 роки тому +2

      Yes true well side 🙏😊👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 2 роки тому +2

      Yes true 😘❤️

  • @evamai3545
    @evamai3545 3 роки тому +695

    this is the most beautiful love story ever!! ''instead of matching horoscopes we match clinical history''

  • @arlismills3133
    @arlismills3133 3 роки тому +684

    She had a lovely marriage, then she guided others to a treasure she no longer possessed. Truly a blessing.

  • @sharonkaczorowski8690
    @sharonkaczorowski8690 2 роки тому +349

    Early on in the epidemic a friend’s nephew came to our workplace. He had HIV and many health issues. When he got up to leave, I hugged him. He started crying and said no one had touched him since his diagnosis. I felt so angry that people were so damn determined to be ignorant and judgmental. Even at that time it was very clear how the disease is transmitted.

    • @Beex848
      @Beex848 9 місяців тому +19

      Don't be angry, people were scared

    • @aleyammarenjiv7978
      @aleyammarenjiv7978 9 місяців тому +24

      Nothing will happen. I know someone for 20yrs we touch , hug and eat together

    • @sharonkaczorowski8690
      @sharonkaczorowski8690 9 місяців тому

      @@aleyammarenjiv7978 Absolutely and depending in the treatment they may not be contagious at all.

    • @yesterdayitrained
      @yesterdayitrained 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Beex848Being scared doesn’t make it OK or excuse losing your humanity and shunning those already in difficult situations.
      ETA: Those same scared people reacted with anger and hate. So who shouldn’t be angry again?

  • @kirbywiggins5643
    @kirbywiggins5643 2 роки тому +120

    My hats off to this doctor. She deserved the Nobel Peace Prize. What a great love story. There are many people people related to me with AIDS and HIV. It's a blessing to know they can still fall in love get married and have babies.

  • @tanwar6944
    @tanwar6944 3 роки тому +1962

    A beautifully written and structured documentary. The idea of saving their face reveals for the ending is genius. I wish more documentaries were this creative.

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  3 роки тому +70

      Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, @Tanwar!

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому +53

      Thank you for watching our story @Tanwar. Thank you @DW for hosting this documentary.

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 2 роки тому +1

      Yes tanwar

    • @lyrehc77
      @lyrehc77 2 роки тому +15

      @@manukarthik4301 You guys have a beautiful story! Wishing you both more blessings. I will pray for you and Dr. Solomon, what a caring soul she was!!!

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 2 роки тому

      Tanwar yes ur right namasta 🙏😊😊😊😊😊♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💋💋💋💋💋💋😅

  • @deshwasu3146
    @deshwasu3146 3 роки тому +1682

    Dr. Suniti Solomon is such a tolerant, understanding, and beautiful human being. Excellent documentary. Heart Warming.

  • @paolagrando5079
    @paolagrando5079 2 роки тому +179

    She made such a massive difference, not just medically, but in society. I'm sure that thanks to her more and more doctors behaviour changed for the better and the same about people, common citizens.
    India you had a great doctor, a great activist, a great woman who imprived the country. Don't forget about her, she is a perfect example of how to be as a person, as a professional, as a partner. Greetings from Italy.

  • @queentinadoire6931
    @queentinadoire6931 9 місяців тому +107

    I feel so sorry for Manu. Her family did not press charges on the guy who gave her HIV because yhey wanted to protect the name of the family.

  • @manishshankar4977
    @manishshankar4977 3 роки тому +956

    Being a doctor is noble choice to serve people, but making a difference in someone's life with that choice is what gives that service value. Rest in peace Dr. Solomon.

    • @mahimakadam00
      @mahimakadam00 2 роки тому +2

      ❤❤❤

    • @zararoyce319
      @zararoyce319 2 роки тому +1

      It depends, some are very narcissistic and abuse there is supposed “expert knowledge“ for to cook the most outrageous ideas every case is different

    • @acosiak6191
      @acosiak6191 2 роки тому

      Very true.

    • @Melnokina.-.
      @Melnokina.-. 9 місяців тому

      Not true. I have disabilities and doctors are the worst. I see over 10 every year and it isn't good

    • @Sim-po1mc
      @Sim-po1mc 5 місяців тому

      ​@@zararoyce319thanks for your negativity we really needed that 🤔

  • @_eyesmile
    @_eyesmile 3 роки тому +859

    it‘s unfortunate that the Doctor already passed away. She must have helped a lot of people.

    • @saniyaahmad3153
      @saniyaahmad3153 3 роки тому +6

      I want to meet her 😭😭

    • @nathann7913
      @nathann7913 3 роки тому +21

      When she passed away? She is in heaven for sure 😢

    • @ellelyng4764
      @ellelyng4764 3 роки тому +8

      OMG we loss an angel ready what a great loss to us n our country..

    • @wowso4
      @wowso4 3 роки тому +2

      R.i.P to the lovely doctor my condolences to her family.

    • @sonaelizabeth1156
      @sonaelizabeth1156 3 роки тому +1

      😭😭😭😭

  • @chandrakiran7925
    @chandrakiran7925 7 місяців тому +78

    This made me cry😭, she is one of the great doctor world would ever have again. Where many doctors work for money but just few or it's rare to see such doctors with heartful who treat patients as family other than profession. RIP Dr. Solomon. In a world full of dishonesty we found a gem💎 through DW Documentary. Thank you DW documentary.

  • @soupp7168
    @soupp7168 7 місяців тому +54

    She was such a pure soul, we need more doctors like her

  • @sudhirkataria9958130
    @sudhirkataria9958130 3 роки тому +1912

    Dr Solomon was so inspiring. World need women like her..RIP

    • @funDAYsmiling
      @funDAYsmiling 3 роки тому +22

      I guess she is proof that we in the West love “Indians,” for a reason as I know they’ve done so much with so little, relatively quickly, over there in India. Sadly, because unlike the Chinese, Hindustan, much like the West has built-in Hindu society the belief of Karma which Christianity also tries to teach us through the “Life After Death, and Judgement after death,” allegory, India will take at least 100, if not 200 years to take its rightful place as the leader of the world since unlike China we, won’t take slaves and enslave either our own or any minorities just to get rich quick.

    • @kaleahcollins4567
      @kaleahcollins4567 3 роки тому +17

      @@funDAYsmiling You lying. What about the tamil people what about the siddi people . THE SO CALLED UNTOUCHABLES WHO CANNOT ADVANCE BECAUSE OF SO CALLED THATS THEIR FAMILY CASTE AT BIRTH THE SO CALLED KARMA OF THEIR ANCESTORS. BOTH CHINA INDIA AND THE WEST LEACH OFF OF AFRICA THEN NOW AND FOREVER. AFRICA IS THE ONLY CONTINENT WITH REPLENISHING RESOURCES. KNOW YOUR FACTZ

    • @patoteto2
      @patoteto2 3 роки тому +21

      She died ? 🥺🥺🥺 it’s always the good ones

    • @korro5870
      @korro5870 3 роки тому +2

      Wow What a Loss - How long ago was this documentary made?

    • @moonhera8966
      @moonhera8966 3 роки тому +2

      @@patoteto2 Yes year 2015

  • @testingacocunt4267
    @testingacocunt4267 3 роки тому +935

    Mano should have filed case against the husband and his family. It is inhumane to not use protection and infect mano knowing he had HIV. Karma should do his job.

    • @TashHag108
      @TashHag108 3 роки тому +48

      i was just wondering if he is in prison where he belongs

    • @V.E.R.O.
      @V.E.R.O. 3 роки тому +36

      They probably didn't because of the stigma attached to it.

    • @yashny
      @yashny 3 роки тому +15

      It is illegal too if someone already know that they have it and still transmit it to another. He would have been punished if she pressed charges against him.

    • @enataliek7369
      @enataliek7369 3 роки тому

      True

    • @alyssabuffington6842
      @alyssabuffington6842 3 роки тому +1

      It is in America- is it illegal in India?

  • @donnachrismorris4340
    @donnachrismorris4340 2 роки тому +61

    That was one of the best docs I have ever seen. Very touching & romantic. My best friend died of AIDS in the 80s when AIDS first came out. I am extremely pleased they have meds for this disease.

  • @niulaef3867
    @niulaef3867 2 роки тому +358

    I really hope that her work both in medical research and psychosocial care will be carried on by other likeminded people after her passing. RIP Dr Solomon. What a rare Gem.

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 Рік тому +1

      Hi 😊 there niu laef ur right namasta 🙏😊

  • @jd517
    @jd517 3 роки тому +448

    I didn't expect to start tearing up by the end. This was a very well done documentary about such a taboo topic. May Dr. Solomon rest in peace.

  • @_devil536
    @_devil536 3 роки тому +2415

    parents in India
    before 25 "you can't have sex "
    after 30 "why aren't you having sex"

    • @lynneufeld3175
      @lynneufeld3175 3 роки тому +129

      More like why aren't you married?

    • @Siddeo
      @Siddeo 3 роки тому +138

      @@lynneufeld3175 I don’t think those parents who insist their children to marry are insisting for sexless marriage

    • @mohitgoswami7478
      @mohitgoswami7478 3 роки тому +3

      There are 5 years in between.

    • @rangoman1815
      @rangoman1815 3 роки тому +25

      Mainland India to be precise! NE region (except Assam) is not so much strict to neither girls or boys...maybe it all comes down to religion...

    • @AnnaANNA-bm1wn
      @AnnaANNA-bm1wn 3 роки тому

      Why you cant have sex before 25 years?

  • @angelafeldhahn4849
    @angelafeldhahn4849 2 роки тому +127

    This doctor is a saint! I love how she is like a mother to all of her patients. She has given so much while being so humble. ❤️

  • @mini-mini_387
    @mini-mini_387 2 роки тому +49

    This was a beautiful documentary and Dr Solomon compassion and care for her patients are beautifully exceptional. What a wonderful woman. Her time on this earth was a true blessing to this world. May she forever rest in peace and may all her matches be forever happy,healthy and loving.

  • @VickyMulema
    @VickyMulema 3 роки тому +572

    This is the best, most hopeful, encouraging documentary i've watched in a long time. Dr. Solomon played her part so well on the planet. may she rest in peace.

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  3 роки тому +22

      Hi @Vicky Mulema, thanks for watching and taking the time to share your thoughts!

    • @kavitaverma5557
      @kavitaverma5557 3 роки тому +5

      This is the best and most inspired reality I 've watched. Salute to the heroes of this real picture

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому

      @@DWDocumentary ♥️

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому

      @@kavitaverma5557 ♥️

  • @MsPinkston
    @MsPinkston 3 роки тому +880

    Even though she helped people she was kinda isolated from sharing in others joy because of the stigma that came with her job. Oh my gosh, she really sacrificed for others.

    • @adriennethompson3382
      @adriennethompson3382 3 роки тому +27

      Yea, it sucks that she couldn’t partake in the joy and excitement she helped create for her patients to find love.

    • @siouxmaelstrom4042
      @siouxmaelstrom4042 3 роки тому +51

      She truly did, she left a prestigious job to look for HIV in India in 1986.
      At a time when people were not o ly evicted from their homes, but they were left to die and even expelled from villages for being sick.
      Even today you cannot tell people in india that you have an STD without being judged severely, especially if you are a female.

    • @uchihasaske11
      @uchihasaske11 3 роки тому +14

      Maybe thats her happiness to help and give hope to other people.

    • @clairetingling6633
      @clairetingling6633 3 роки тому +20

      I'm going to add to this story ,my partner ( ex partner) infected me with HIV that he knew he had ,but I'm not going to be angry any more but enjoy what is my life and keep looking forward . God bless xx your not alone, for along time I felt I was .

    • @YPM498
      @YPM498 3 роки тому +5

      @@clairetingling6633 Thank you for sharing your story❤️ You can still live a normal life after being infected with HIV since we live in a society where medicine is continuously advancing.

  • @deirdreyearwood3383
    @deirdreyearwood3383 2 роки тому +43

    This Doctor was so amazing. May her soul continue to rest in peace. She gave her all and stayed true to her calling ❤

  • @nancypiccirillo405
    @nancypiccirillo405 2 роки тому +31

    This doctor brought so much light through the darkest of times. I am in aw of her may she be remembered always. Rip

  • @elizabethx1869
    @elizabethx1869 3 роки тому +358

    I almost cried when the respectable doctor said that she had never attended her patients' wedding. Fight for a better and more welcoming world✊

    • @cpr9720
      @cpr9720 3 роки тому +7

      Absolutely

    • @kiranp5611
      @kiranp5611 3 роки тому +17

      Citizens like her make us believe in the idea of India !

  • @abhinandansharma1999
    @abhinandansharma1999 3 роки тому +255

    pretty much ashamed that i as Indian i didn't know Dr. Suniti. Thank you so much DW.
    i hope some day our Indian media will learn something from you

    • @abhinandansharma1999
      @abhinandansharma1999 3 роки тому +3

      @Tikesh i know n I'm not demonizing my culture

    • @praffulmalkoti4407
      @praffulmalkoti4407 3 роки тому +1

      @@abhinandansharma1999 another cry baby I am ashamed of my culture seriously you guys are such a soyboy

    • @clovebeans713
      @clovebeans713 2 роки тому +7

      @@praffulmalkoti4407 He didnt mention anything about being ashamed of Indian culture? Reading compression 0

    • @theblissedcorner1728
      @theblissedcorner1728 Рік тому +1

      Cringy things are getting famous in india ..... people like dr suniti is really a gem for the mankind .... it's a big loss for us we lose her....om shanti

  • @sevenoctobers7471
    @sevenoctobers7471 2 роки тому +84

    I usually don't cry at weddings but I did with this one. Manu and Karthik sound so happy to have found each other. Many joyful years to the both of them and their families. 💞

  • @drfattie
    @drfattie 2 роки тому +145

    I am a chiropractor so very different than an MD. I see several clients with HIV and when they tell me or I see it in their forms it’s as if saying the sky is just a different shade of blue, and we carry on. I could never imagine treating them any differently than anyone else. This doc is someone special.

    • @talkuchil1855
      @talkuchil1855 2 роки тому

      Where are you from Fatimah

    • @streamx7806
      @streamx7806 2 роки тому

      You are as special as her, i really hope you know that.

    • @streamx7806
      @streamx7806 2 роки тому +1

      @@talkuchil1855 Iran, as an Afghan I can tell from her last name.

    • @talkuchil1855
      @talkuchil1855 2 роки тому +1

      @@streamx7806 are you girl ?

    • @streamx7806
      @streamx7806 2 роки тому

      @@talkuchil1855 no, why?

  • @HarpreetSingh-ds2zo
    @HarpreetSingh-ds2zo 3 роки тому +697

    She was my teacher and an inspiring model in my life. Miss u maam😢

    • @mustafeabdi8483
      @mustafeabdi8483 3 роки тому +19

      She was so humble and so human

    • @helencoven
      @helencoven 3 роки тому +33

      You were so lucky to have known such n inspiring and amazing lady!🌸❤️🙏🏻

    • @adv.tanmaymalikOfficial
      @adv.tanmaymalikOfficial 3 роки тому +3

      Lucky' man hope you become like her

    • @alisonfraser3305
      @alisonfraser3305 3 роки тому +4

      I'm so sorry for your loss. She seems like one in a million.

    • @HarpreetSingh-ds2zo
      @HarpreetSingh-ds2zo 3 роки тому +4

      @@alisonfraser3305 she was a pioneer in her field

  • @nungsangmen6378
    @nungsangmen6378 3 роки тому +612

    My heart broke when she said her patients tell her not to come to their weddings.

    • @sapnesuhaneladakpankeallep8828
      @sapnesuhaneladakpankeallep8828 3 роки тому +53

      So ppl won't detect their hiv status?

    • @tiyamukherjee3298
      @tiyamukherjee3298 3 роки тому +47

      same here I was also very sad , but on the other side you can't do anything about it as the disease is notorious not only in India worldwide

    • @SukhdeepSingh-xi6gc
      @SukhdeepSingh-xi6gc 2 роки тому

      @@tiyamukherjee3298 ,,, Do u get this problem from ur Boyfriend,,?

    • @paengkeov1486
      @paengkeov1486 2 роки тому +5

      I was also sad to hear her patients didn’t welcome her to their weddings.

    • @kishore1261
      @kishore1261 2 роки тому +9

      It is the second oath they took ‘to protect the integrity of their patients at any cost’ .🖤

  • @Gigi-qj6yp
    @Gigi-qj6yp 10 місяців тому +53

    I was smiling like a teenage girl during the sweet text and wedding. I loved this.

  • @janeann3331
    @janeann3331 2 роки тому +8

    WOW, BRAVO! I cried my eyes out with this documentary. Such beautiful work!!!

  • @thedrifflife5792
    @thedrifflife5792 3 роки тому +1031

    This doctor was God sent. My heart sank at the end, when I’ve read that she’s passed. She’s blessed so many lives, never treated anyone differently. What a lovely, kind hearted person. May she rest in perfect peace ❤️

  • @shaz2868
    @shaz2868 3 роки тому +547

    By the end of this documentary I shed a few tears. What an amazing woman Dr Solomon was RIP.

    • @derekdolcy5839
      @derekdolcy5839 2 роки тому +3

      Yes rip to her Sha kadir namasta 🙏😊😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💜💜💜💜💋💋💋💋🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @tomlovesimran
    @tomlovesimran Рік тому +13

    We need this kind of doctors in this world. She is so sweet, humble and way ahead of her time- the right time

  • @Twilightmoon1972
    @Twilightmoon1972 Рік тому +7

    I am so touched by this documentary...I wish there were more doctors or others who would play Matchmaker to people with this disease and others.

  • @reshilvalle5366
    @reshilvalle5366 3 роки тому +599

    that was deep, "we'll take care of her and make sure she survives and enjoy life"
    Dr Solomon for President! RIP. Great lady.

  • @nabztaztic582
    @nabztaztic582 3 роки тому +1118

    Why was she awarded a medal after her death? They should have given it when she was alive, she would have been happy 😔

    • @emilegriffith1473
      @emilegriffith1473 3 роки тому +4

      So she involuntarily had sex workers blood drawn after being raided by police " which she said with a smile"? This is a demon

    • @blackngrey4424
      @blackngrey4424 3 роки тому +124

      @@emilegriffith1473 Well earlier and even now ... prostitutions r being raided by police , that was not controlled by her plus she made a good use out of opportunity and she just wanted to spread awareness amongst people regardings HIV viruse and there is nothing wrong with that bcoz once u take a Hippocratic oath , u have to help people even in their most vulnerable stage ... Is this thing demonic to u ? ... I think she did what a doc must to do and that is research & help . Hope u have a good day ...

    • @bondiagent0079
      @bondiagent0079 3 роки тому +50

      But her intention was for the betterment of society. God bless her soul🤲

    • @cnashford2
      @cnashford2 3 роки тому +3

      @@emilegriffith1473 I totally missed that someone mentioned it being involuntary.

    • @emilegriffith1473
      @emilegriffith1473 3 роки тому +1

      @@blackngrey4424 no that is against everything the hippocratic oath stands for.. Involuntarily taking someone's blood... Smiling about poor sex workers trying to make money. Demonic

  • @wickandde
    @wickandde 9 місяців тому +85

    It's so sad how they ended up with HIV, no fault of their own but such a beautiful ending, I hope they have a beautiful life together ❤

    • @9roselove9
      @9roselove9 6 місяців тому

      Pretty sure the men got it from prostitutes

  • @metalheadlass9868
    @metalheadlass9868 8 місяців тому +11

    This woman is someone every country and every city needs. Great human being.

  • @lilethm.alvarez7330
    @lilethm.alvarez7330 2 роки тому +356

    My fav part was the joy in their voice as their relationship grew. 💗💗

  • @happywanderer2874
    @happywanderer2874 3 роки тому +188

    This documentary should win an award. What an incredible doctor and a compassionate human.

  • @carolchen2320
    @carolchen2320 2 роки тому +1

    One of the most beautiful documentaries I have ever watched - tearing up at the library right now

  • @lauram4168
    @lauram4168 2 роки тому +16

    Wow that Doctor was an Angel, such a wonderful human being. I hope that things have changed a little and women are more appreciated in India. This was a very touching documentary

  • @harshdeepkaur4481
    @harshdeepkaur4481 3 роки тому +278

    This doctor made great efforts by not only keeping her patients alive but to make their life happy and fulfilled .

    • @taelorparker826
      @taelorparker826 3 роки тому

      I

    • @aperture0
      @aperture0 3 роки тому +2

      This sucks! India still has so many cases of HIV blood transfusion.

  • @sauravanand6047
    @sauravanand6047 3 роки тому +759

    Indian government has given "Padma Shri " (one of thehighest civilian ) award to the doctor Solomon posthumously . She died in 2015 due to pancreatic cancer

    • @akashdas9292
      @akashdas9292 3 роки тому +21

      Sorry but India's highest civilian award is 'Bharat Ratna' not 'Padma Shri'

    • @sauravanand6047
      @sauravanand6047 3 роки тому +4

      @@akashdas9292 edited thanks

    • @annabethjackson1871
      @annabethjackson1871 3 роки тому +26

      @ARYAN KHAREL No, but it's the least we can do, since she isn't among us anymore

    • @mashal2567
      @mashal2567 3 роки тому +8

      Ugh... why do always the most beautiful and amazing people die from cancer... or suffer from some sort of disease.

    • @qjtvaddict
      @qjtvaddict 3 роки тому +2

      @@mashal2567 don’t worry Covid19 is killing the most selfish people nowadays there will be balance

  • @Malu-lx8hd
    @Malu-lx8hd 2 роки тому +13

    Wow, I wished that someone was continuing the doctor's legacy. She was a jewel to those patients.

  • @nidhinvarghese4993
    @nidhinvarghese4993 5 місяців тому +9

    One of the best documentaries I have seen...
    Heart touching.

  • @ravikumar-rj8fn
    @ravikumar-rj8fn 3 роки тому +420

    She was a good example of good human being, kind hearted, beautifulness, elegance...i really love the documentary...❤️💐

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  3 роки тому +20

      Hi @ravi kumar,
      Thanks a lot for watching and taking the time to comment and share your thoughts. We're glad you liked the documentary. :-)
      Best,
      The DW Documentary Team

    • @kcdmine3635
      @kcdmine3635 3 роки тому +2

      Absolutely

    • @gangarajeshwar2036
      @gangarajeshwar2036 3 роки тому

      Yah i too

  • @annadeak1184
    @annadeak1184 3 роки тому +180

    Your happiness is so contagious, I've been smiling for 20 minutes now. Thank you both that you allowed your journey to be taken on camera!

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  3 роки тому +8

      Hi @Anna Deák, thanks for watching and taking the time to share your thoughts!

  • @doodledame38
    @doodledame38 2 роки тому +5

    Fantastic documentary! So well-made. The doctor was a God sent. I was so sad when reading about her death at the end. RIP.

  • @jkiel5792
    @jkiel5792 2 роки тому +7

    What a beautiful gift this Dr. Was to so many people who are still stigmatized.

  • @kiranp5611
    @kiranp5611 3 роки тому +309

    Did anyone notice, her voice elated after they met each other, unlike before when her voice was filled with pain !

    • @PraDeepYaDav-ym8xe
      @PraDeepYaDav-ym8xe 3 роки тому +3

      yup i did

    • @sentiimchen2168
      @sentiimchen2168 3 роки тому +31

      Yes! Infact both their voices had this excited bubble after they started talking!

    • @Annie-Ruth
      @Annie-Ruth 3 роки тому +11

      They are so sweet together.

    • @dejaporter7338
      @dejaporter7338 3 роки тому +3

      @@Annie-Ruth ikr 🥴 I'm still smiling ☺️

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому +2

      You are right in your observation @Kiran thank you so much ♥️🙏

  • @vishi125
    @vishi125 3 роки тому +366

    One of the most beautiful love stories..... but knowing that the Dr has passed away is the saddest part of this story

    • @IAmQube
      @IAmQube 3 роки тому +23

      I know right, she did NOT deserve cancer. The world needs more beautiful souls like her.

    • @cjgh2812
      @cjgh2812 3 роки тому +6

      @@IAmQube
      I agree with you 100%.

    • @rishavrishu1065
      @rishavrishu1065 3 роки тому +2

      Rip

  • @viniciusalmeida5291
    @viniciusalmeida5291 Рік тому +5

    What a beautiful, beautiful documentary, I love the way it ended, love is all we need

  • @lettebee
    @lettebee 7 місяців тому +8

    A strong, kind and courageous woman, she deserves credit for all those she helped!

  • @tafannumkagojitwisha2132
    @tafannumkagojitwisha2132 3 роки тому +136

    in the end when their faces were reveled and the music played, pal pal...that part was sooo touching

  • @ontherocks7426
    @ontherocks7426 2 роки тому +238

    The world deserves many more doctors like her... What a documentary!!

    • @zararoyce319
      @zararoyce319 2 роки тому +1

      There are a lot of very good doctors, but it depends, some may be narcissists who will cook crazy things because they are so stuck on certain points, I have seen such things

  • @izabelreis5274
    @izabelreis5274 6 місяців тому +2

    This was so heartwarming. What a beautiful work by Dr. Solomon and beautiful documentary.

  • @felixkimani5375
    @felixkimani5375 8 місяців тому +2

    This documentary is so heartwarming and educative. It's perfection.

  • @naveershain
    @naveershain 3 роки тому +448

    It hurt me when I came to know that Doctor is no more...... I was taken back when She said, '' I love my husband for 43 years''. She was really an ideal woman. She is no more is a lost of humanity. 💔 Respect from Pakistan

    • @DeserieDrew
      @DeserieDrew 3 роки тому +23

      She loved him even though he was a Christian. Such a beautiful person. Ahead of her time for sure.

    • @sb1406
      @sb1406 3 роки тому +3

      Pakistan=India. Don’t forget that.

    • @insectbite1714
      @insectbite1714 3 роки тому +1

      @@sb1406 China wants to invade Pakistan to destroy India.

    • @sb1406
      @sb1406 3 роки тому +2

      @@insectbite1714 Let them maybe then that country will wake up.

    • @sb1406
      @sb1406 3 роки тому +2

      @I Love Cookies No they aren’t the people are the same it has been for thousands of years.

  • @templatelf
    @templatelf 3 роки тому +421

    Medical Colleges in India should show documentaries like these of such Indian Pioneers. It's a shame most of the students pass out of MBBS not knowing these people.

    • @syedanaziyafatima2816
      @syedanaziyafatima2816 2 роки тому +1

      Happy i found it whilst I'm here🙂

    • @SSS-dn3uz
      @SSS-dn3uz 2 роки тому +7

      Not only in medical field, every field must show documentary of selfless professional persons, so they will work selflessly ,why only docters?

    • @templatelf
      @templatelf 2 роки тому

      @@SSS-dn3uz I never mentioned only medical fields or doctors.

    • @SSS-dn3uz
      @SSS-dn3uz 2 роки тому +2

      @@templatelf u blind read u comment above, and remember docter studies for 6yrmbbs +1yr rural service+ 1yr pg exam prep+ 3 yr pg + 1to 3 yr of pg rural service+ after that specialist course for 3 yrs not to live in poverty they will charge what they deserve ,if u hv such good mind for to help people u should become ur self a docter and treat the people for free , I will appreciate then not giving advice to somebody , no one work for free that is reality even begger don't come to u for begging if u not give any money , everything is investment and returns
      I don't like advice by those people who didn't helped any one in their whole life , will advise ambani should donate his money to poor
      Help may be of any kind ,u can also help by paying 100/ month to needy ,did ever done that?

    • @templatelf
      @templatelf 2 роки тому +2

      @@SSS-dn3uz Maybe you should think before you speak and learn english properly next time.
      I completed my MBBS as of 2020. I was implying in my original comment that as we are taught about great medical people like Y.Subba Rao from India this Doctor should've also been mentioned in our curriculum. I only came to know about her in youtube, she wasn't mentioned once in our community medicine textbook in infectious diseases which is why I made this comment. And also I didnt say "only" I said such Indian pioneers meaning not just limited to medical profession. But since the subject was about medicine & the video was related to medicine I mentioned medical colleges and in my 2nd comment that is what I again repeated.
      By reading your comment I can safely now can say that you know crap about the medical field.
      mbbs is 5 yrs not 6. 1yr rural service is not compulsory now, government has removed it, atleast for my state it is. The same applies for PG you only have to do 1year of Senior Residency after 3yrs of PG to be a Assistant. Super Specialty is optional, not every branch needs it there's something called end branches too.
      Finally I don't need to prove myself to a idiot like you who can't understand what another person is saying. Also maybe from next time use your brain more and use your tongue less.

  • @desiinfrance908
    @desiinfrance908 2 роки тому +9

    It is for videos like these that UA-cam needs to add a "superlike" button ! Beautifully made and heartwarming. Thanks for your service Dr Solomon !

    • @DWDocumentary
      @DWDocumentary  2 роки тому

      Thanks a lot for watching and for your positive feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to comment and are glad you like our content!

  • @GabbyF
    @GabbyF 5 місяців тому +12

    I have no words to describe how beautiful this documentary is 😍 may the doctor's soul rest in peace and that the marriages last forever ♾️ very beautiful, hugs from Brazil 🇧🇷

  • @shahnawazahmad4562
    @shahnawazahmad4562 3 роки тому +101

    "Her wish is my desire"
    What a lovely thing.

  • @loveislove4879
    @loveislove4879 3 роки тому +389

    im in my 30s. i got this disease as a teenager during my first "encounter". In the USA there is a big stigma if youre "poz". there are some 1.2 million poz men n women here. Gay and straight, rich and poor, black and white. A matching program like this is greatly needed here as well as all around the world. some days the loneliness is a lot to take.

    • @preetamkumar9496
      @preetamkumar9496 3 роки тому +1

      Looking forward to it :)

    • @nagratna793
      @nagratna793 3 роки тому +11

      Hope u find someone 👍

    • @bancynkonge9288
      @bancynkonge9288 3 роки тому +4

      I agree,problems should be faced head on. taking into account the burden they bring with

    • @jhamadhu2809
      @jhamadhu2809 3 роки тому +2

      😢

    • @alisonfraser3305
      @alisonfraser3305 3 роки тому +14

      I'm sorry life has dealt you some tough cards. I often worry the younger generations have forgotten the horror of the early days of HIV/AIDS and the huge disservice to humanity by drug companies and politicians. It was genocide, plain and simple. With better treatments and the waning media attention, people in the Western world seem to think it only happens "in Africa" or somewhere else that does not concern them. It concerns everyone. I hope one thing that comes from the current pandemic is a recognition that we have a duty to support one another in illness and keep each other safe from harm. Nobody should be left behind. This documentary really illustrates that, whether medicine or marriage, it's all the same thing. Love for our fellow humans. Know that I never forget you are out there and still suffering. I hope 2021 brings something wonderful your way.

  • @mjs3370
    @mjs3370 5 місяців тому +5

    One of the most beautiful documentaries I’ve watched. Loved it.

  • @jbadianyama
    @jbadianyama 2 роки тому +15

    I like how they showed their faces at the end. Great documentary!

  • @yoyos4133
    @yoyos4133 3 роки тому +482

    Dr. Solomon surely made a lot of people’s life happier. She must be smiling looking down to all the people she helped. I hope Karthik and Manu are living a happy life❤️😊

    • @vijaybabu5999
      @vijaybabu5999 3 роки тому +1

      Can I get Solomon contact number

    • @matildabishops9196
      @matildabishops9196 2 роки тому +1

      @@vijaybabu5999 ….She has passed away.

    • @vijaybabu5999
      @vijaybabu5999 2 роки тому +2

      @@matildabishops9196 when

    • @matildabishops9196
      @matildabishops9196 2 роки тому +1

      @@vijaybabu5999 …It was in the earlier comments.

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому +28

      @ yoyo Yes we are living a good and happy life thank you so much ❤️😊

  • @mslatif3378
    @mslatif3378 2 роки тому +415

    So sad to hear of Dr. Solomon passing away. She touched many people’s lives. She opened her heart and showed compassion & empathy to her patients!! Bravo 👏 👏

    • @dancing523
      @dancing523 2 роки тому +4

      She died??? What a wonderful soul!!!!

    • @tanih_bhat
      @tanih_bhat 8 місяців тому +2

      @@dancing523 in 2015

    • @Indian12023
      @Indian12023 8 місяців тому +1

      Ohhh really is the doctor no more 😢😢😢😢???

    • @annetteodanga
      @annetteodanga 7 місяців тому

      She died of cancer,so sad@@Indian12023

    • @beeblake7591
      @beeblake7591 5 місяців тому +1

      So very saddening 😢 the world needs people like her .. May she rip 🕊️

  • @paixamourchanel9084
    @paixamourchanel9084 8 місяців тому +22

    What a wonderful documentary on a great topic!
    Immunocompromised or not - match making using blood work is something amazing! I’m glad she used it in pursuit of a great cause.
    And what a sweet soul. She treats all the patients like her own children…down to the “Did you finish your tea?”

  • @luannesantana9430
    @luannesantana9430 2 роки тому +4

    This is so touching, it inspired me greatly! 😭💗 May God bless all the couples that were paired and may her work keep changing lives! 🙏

  • @unapologeticallyme8513
    @unapologeticallyme8513 3 роки тому +221

    "They're all flowers of the same god" what a beautiful way to put it ♡

  • @chaberwil13
    @chaberwil13 3 роки тому +617

    I wholeheartedly wish Manu and Karthik a happily every after and Dr. Solomon a long life. Such lovely souls.
    Edit: My heart sank when I saw the very last portion of the video... Rest in peace Dr. This world needs more people like you.

    • @manukarthik4301
      @manukarthik4301 2 роки тому +82

      @T.Wil Thank you so much dear....its been a beautiful happily ever after for both of us. Unfortunately Dr Suniti is no more with us, but we feel her presence all the time. We are so thankful to @DW

    • @africanmermaid234
      @africanmermaid234 2 роки тому +30

      @@manukarthik4301 oh my gosh it’s you!!!! Many blessings to you for a peaceful and happy and prosperous life. Love heals 💕❤️

    • @meluk6991
      @meluk6991 2 роки тому +21

      @@manukarthik4301 thank you for sharing your beautiful story with the world. Hello to Karthik.

    • @cynergy7985
      @cynergy7985 2 роки тому +8

      @@manukarthik4301 your love story has me in tears!!!! I'm SO thankful you both found each other & what a beautifully sweet love that you both have!!!!🥰 CONGRATS!!!!💞🎉🎊

    • @mariahewitt9787
      @mariahewitt9787 2 роки тому +4

      @@manukarthik4301
      I'm so happy that you have found each other. May you have a long and happy life together.
      God bless you.

  • @volcanictempest78
    @volcanictempest78 2 роки тому +80

    Just finished watching within moments of being happy for their marriage ..my heart sank when i heard of Dr Suniti's demise....If Manu and Karthik are seeing the comment...I wish the world of happiness for you...Just one doubt won't the face reveal pose a problem...if you could give us how that experience was it would be very insightful..thank you

  • @ds8290
    @ds8290 6 місяців тому +15

    In America. I remember there was a time that each person had to get tested for std’s before being allowed to marry. They should go back to those times, so each person is aware of whether or not they have something. That should be mandatory everywhere, so it gives the other person the choice. It is a human right to know if their partner has something.

  • @Atyantanand9656
    @Atyantanand9656 3 роки тому +308

    She is one of the most inspiring and Frank lady I have seen.

    • @FC-hj9ub
      @FC-hj9ub 3 роки тому

      She died in 2015

  • @vaskerkeisham3507
    @vaskerkeisham3507 3 роки тому +63

    The title seemed schetchy but the content is so heart warming and full of life.
    I guess life finds a way and it goes on

  • @ywrry5088
    @ywrry5088 8 місяців тому +7

    What a beautiful film 😢 Rest in peace Dr. Solomon and wishing you a long, happy life together Karthik and Manu 🌹

  • @princesszoe119
    @princesszoe119 Рік тому +4

    This is the perfect picture of "real kindness and humanity". I adore this beautiful Doctor.

  • @somethingaboutbeaute
    @somethingaboutbeaute 3 роки тому +181

    I've watched this documentary a few times now and I still feel so sad knowing all of the beautiful work she did and how caring she was and how she never discriminated against anyone who had HIV/AIDS only to pass away from Cancer!!! She's a true hero and angel in my eyes!!!!! ❤ *RIP* ❤

  • @tabishshah8785
    @tabishshah8785 3 роки тому +96

    My thinking towards HIV patients totally changed after watching this!

    • @memyselfandeye76
      @memyselfandeye76 3 роки тому +11

      open mindedness and education is a beautiful thing, isn't it?

    • @lenab.m.3708
      @lenab.m.3708 2 роки тому +1

      @@memyselfandeye76 i really wonder what you assumed

    • @misselle1430
      @misselle1430 2 роки тому

      @@lenab.m.3708 maybe that in this day and age there is no excuse for ignorance.

  • @theodorebandamartin
    @theodorebandamartin 5 місяців тому +10

    wow..what a powerful woman..she did the unthinkable and attended to those that needed it the most..give life a fair go..thanks Doctor Solomon.

  • @KELLY2NE1
    @KELLY2NE1 8 місяців тому +3

    This was so beautiful and informative. I wish there were more doctors like Dr. Solomon.

  • @saibliss7976
    @saibliss7976 3 роки тому +87

    The sheer happiness in Karthik's laugh & voice when he talked about meeting her... it feels like it's the first time he's really laughed.

  • @mamamarianovits9029
    @mamamarianovits9029 3 роки тому +93

    This doctor is what every doctor ought to be.... one who treats the patient as a whole person, seeing their humanity irregardless of their diagnosis, not merely doling out meds to treat a symptom. Western doctors could learn a thing or two.
    Listening to Karthik giggle like a school boy when attempting to describe his feelings.... priceless. My heart has been made joyful.

  • @syedanessa2593
    @syedanessa2593 5 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful documentary. Dr. Suniti what an amazing doctor and even better human. Thank you for your work!

  • @kimmycasts2811
    @kimmycasts2811 2 роки тому +15

    Aw. I can feel the love behind their every words 🥰 wishing them luck and hopefully good health and long life