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
Reality•
Lifestyle
Stream only in New Zealand, Australia and Pacific Islands

Made with the support of Te Māngai Paho

Season 1

Episode 1

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

Episode 2

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

Episode 3

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

Episode 4

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

Episode 5

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

Episode 6

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

Episode 7

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

Episode 8

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

More Like This

Coming Soon
Find Me a Māori Bride
Top of the South
Tukanga
Coming Soon
Strait to the Plate
Feral
The People's Game