Pukunati Lose Weight or Die

Pukunati Lose Weight or DiePukunati Lose Weight or Die

A raw, real, reo-rich observational documentary series tracks the life-changing journey of two Māori struggling with obesity and medical inequity as they undergo drastic weight-loss surgery in a foreign country.
PG
Motuhenga•
Āhua Noho
Pāho ki Aotearoa, Ahitereiria me Ngā Moutere o Te Moana nui ā-Kiwa

He mea hanga i ngā tautoko mai a Te Māngai Pāho

Season 1

Puni 1

PG
Faren and Roihana commit to surgery in India. But Roihana’s rare genetic condition may see him rejected by the medical team.

Puni 2

PG
Faren confronts internalised shame and stigma. Obesity survivors expose the backlash and misunderstanding around bariatric surgery.

Puni 3

PG
Roihana's mental health is fraying. With a visa crisis looming, time is running out.

Puni 4

PG
They arrive in India. While Faren settles in, Roihana faces a devastating complication that could end the journey before it begins.

Puni 5

PG
The theatre is ready, but is she? Faren must contend with the emotions that could make or break her surgery.

Puni 6

PG
Faren wakes up reeling from pain and fear. Meanwhile, Roihana is blindsided by a decision that could destroy his hope.

Puni 7

PG
Roihana faces his biggest challenge yet. Post-surgery Faren battles body dysmorphia and ridicule.

Puni 8

PG
Faren is thinner, but not necessarily happier. Roihana returns to India.

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