Is India the Perfect Country for Foreigners?

Meet Patricia. She moved from France to India 9 years ago and now works as a teacher at an international school in Mumbai. She shared with me her love-hate relationship with India, why she feels safer in Mumbai than in Paris, and the taboo topics you should never discuss while living in India. Enjoy!
Patricia on Instagram: / une_francaise_a_mumbai
Patricia on LinkedIn: / patriciagalea
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 INTRO
00:30 First Impressions of India
01:56 Safety in Mumbai
04:45 Life in India for foreigners
06:53 You have to pay to walk in the park
08:02 Indian habits
09:28 English in India
11:21 Taboo topics in India
13:10 Trying Indian Food
13:39 The truth about living in India
16:02 Cost of living in Mumbai
17:47 Proud Indians
18:42 Bollywood obsession
21:30 Return to France?
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[@MaxChernov]

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[@pragyasingh1]

Can't imagine how accurate she is in her observations. As a foreigner and as a woman. ❤

[@niruvlogs1948]

India is not just mumbai dear

[@kingmakers8579]

Bro plz do visit South Indian . definitely u will see the other aspects of India

[@nikhilPUD01]

Your thumbnail of her man 😂 Come on I thought she did lip surgery. That angle of her face looks funny and ugly 😂 But then in the real video What a gorgeous lady 😂 You tricked me

[@truthfinder8652]

People from Goa, Ladakh, Chandigarh, Himachal, and few other less populated places, avoid to travel densely populated cities and states. Bcz those places very well educated and very quite and clean. Unlike populous India.

[@STARK50]

To be fair, most of her points are about Mumbai itself, and not about India. I know she can't speak for entire India, not even Indians can, but I just want to remind you that India is not only about Delhi or Mumbai. I am from North-East India and here pollution, slum, traffic are almost non-existant. Weather is pleasant, people can speak more English, women are safe here etc. India is just too diverse.

[@Ashutosh5897]

Dude don't spread this false narrative that women are not safe in India, do some research India is far more safer for women than other countries

[@STARK50]

​@@Ashutosh5897I didn't said women are not safe in India. I just counter her argument that she thinks only Mumbai is safe because of it's rich and costly neighborhood, but I just gave a example of North-East India as reference to women safety in India.

[@uwu-dm7vb]

Not even for Maharashtra I live in nagpur it's pretty safe for women but night life is almost non existant not much pollution and much better traffic

[@induchopra3014]

Same in himachal. No pollution. Fresh air,friendly people. All known faces. No crowds, no honking. Slow life. Hills. Cold. Green

[@xxibmeiji]

It's mumbai centric just like how Immigrants in the US would portray the NYC lifestyle/LA lifestyle as the norm representation of the entire US. xd But you're right xd

[@dasaritra007]

What strikes me most is that she speaks about India and Indians as “We”… she has adopted the culture here…and the country has adopted her.. 😊

[@rs-dp6pr]

It's spiritual..without it.. non wants to live there.

[@omannamwar3383]

​@@rs-dp6pr😊yess

[@Akitsuki20_21]

I was thinking about that too lol Guess with so many years of living in a country, you just become part of it i guess, it just feels natural

[@WTFuzzzz]

​@@rs-dp6prit was beautiful too other than spiritual but you have to look in history too for why things changed, but change is the only constant. India is growing and things will improve..

[@rs-dp6pr]

@@WTFuzzzz I wish India the best.. as for right now.. it needs 30 years to catch up with even Vietnam. hopefully they will be better.. past experiences haven't been great..

[@aryavrat6955]

As an Indian living in Europe from last 7 years i can totally say that Europeans are not friendly at all. Sometimes you can feel lonely but being foreigner in India you can be treated as celebrity. Europe has everything but it's difficult to find a good social life. I am honestly saying i m here to make money but i miss India every single day. We may have lot of problems but there is no country better than India ❤

[@FunNFury]

totally

[@Hello-kh6bk]

It's not just because she is European. We are like this, friendly even to others

[@y.u.so.]

You make money in Europe? 😂😂😂😂

[@valley-girl]

My god...The western Europeans are SOOO UNFRIENDLY...especially Germans. Can't befriend them. They judge you hard (still have that hitler xenophobia inside). I like their socialist policies but...that's about it

[@reenasuryavanshi9263]

​@@y.u.so.because they looted money from us

[@yut-his-d-king5685]

India in itself a different planet altogether. The good, the bad, the contrasts, the harmony, the pleasant and the non pleasant.......a mega cocktail of everything and there is absolutely no one way to describe about Bharat......Jai Bharat

[@omannamwar3383]

True 😅

[@shahidirfan2]

At least HARMONY 😅is not there.

[@chitwanhawan3064]

have you been here ? been to himachal uttarakhand or north east ?? been to kerala?? been to varanasi?? @@shahidirfan2

[@AshutoshSingh-bw7hi]

​@@shahidirfan2Harmony isn't there because of you madarsachaps who didn't relocate to Pakistan when it was in offer.

[@emanuelferraz7865]

​@@shahidirfan2lots of Harmony in Índia and China as no others on whole planet . You know & understand 0 about. Índia

[@sb1988]

I love her use of “we” repeatedly. Shows a sense of belonging🙏

[@beezlebub9]

I’m Singaporean and stayed in Mumbai for a year. It is safe, people are really fun and cool. And there’s lots of money to make :-) but it’s better to raise a family in Singapore.

[@Daniel-ld7xs]

doesn't smell like 💩? LOL

[@SHVTR]

​@@Daniel-ld7xs because you always go to shitty places

[@demonslayer784]

​@@Daniel-ld7xs are u talking about ur face?

[@yourDad0007]

@@Daniel-ld7xs your face right

[@induchopra3014]

Life in small indian towns is best. No crowds,rush,not much traffic. Mumbai is huge

[@Amuzic_Earth]

As an Indian who has travelled and lived in different parts of the country, I can say , she is the first foreigner I came across who completely gets it. The nuances, the variation, the layers everything, the good, the bad...the biggest thing about India is, you can't generalize ANYTHING, even the most stereotypical and recognizable and widespread thing may be completely unrecognizable or unfamiliar somewhere else. While most of what she said is true in Mumbai and a large part of India, some things may not be. For example, that stereotypical headbobbing is completely unfamiliar in the parts where I belong(East and North East), we used to have the same trouble just as the foreigners do when we first visited the southern part of the country.

[@michaelreiter503]

Agreed, stereotyping an entire nations population (especially large ones) into one…category, mindset, ideology is ridiculous. Simple analogy for the broader premise… food. The differences in flavors, regional cuisine, ingredients, cooks… all nuanced and very specific. Apply that to other aspects, music, humor, customs, history etc. and you have a truly unique experience. I only become wary of globalization if a side effect is if fast food chains and shopping malls all over the world are your only choices… …good insight brother, reminds me of an American saying “You’re not in Kansas anymore” 🙏

[@pinkymoon5039]

India is no Japan or South Korea. DO NOT leave your phone or anything expensive outside unless you wanna lose it. Saying this as a born and raised Indian currently living in Europe. Also, she is right. India is amazing at services. I find India to be more convenient than Switzerland, the country I'm currently in due to my partner. Switzerland is physically beautiful (stunning landscape & tip top cleanliness) but Indians are unbeaten when it comes to how friendly, accepting and kind the locals are (generally speaking) and also procuring services as a customer is WAY WAY WAY MORE convenient in India. They have apps for every type of service including medicines and groceries that get delivered either on the same day or next day and basically everything. I'm always amazed at how efficient India is in terms of services whenever I return. I don't have to wait 2 weeks to see a specialist. In India, I can see a specialist on the same day if I want to . As much as I enjoy Switzerland and the affordability and convenience of being able to travel to neighboring european countries, I have actually been considering returning back to India. My swiss partner loves India too and is totally onboard with the idea of living in India. I've travelled to many countries but no one is friendlier than us Indians. My partner says the same thing. He says the people is what makes India amazing.

[@MaxChernov]

People in Mumbai were actually super chill and cool (except the airport staff haha)

[@Amuzic_Earth]

I completely agree with what you said. just wanna add, There are areas in India that are just as picturesque, just as serene and clean as switzerland, This includes vast areas of Arunachal, Northern Sikkim, Remote Ladak, Some remote valleys of Kashmir, entire Lakshadeep and some Islands of Andaman. and if you calculate the total areas of those places, they would actually be more than the area of Switzerland. But, yes, the difference is, these places are largely untouched by humans, while in Switzerland human curation and natural beauty go hand in hand.

[@Abhi081220060]

well because we have been brought up with that fear but remember we always always get back our stuffs easily if we forget somewhere. people do real effort to return things if it is important like some documents or id cards without expecting anything return. if there is accident or someone in need of help people come and help with every possible way they will even leave their work drop you to hospital and stay there until unless someone is not arrive without expecting anything in return. this kindness is no where in the world visible. it is only and only in india because we believe in "seva"

[@nandans2506]

Services one is simply cuz you are rich in India. There's not as much demand at that cost

[@Ashish-no5ys]

@@MaxChernov Soon the airport that you are currently landing in Mumbai on will be exclusively for domestic flights. International travel will happen from the new airport coming up in Navi Mumbai. Mumbai is under construction. there are lots of new construction happening. 350 km worth of new metro is being built. With underground stations, underground road tunnels. I ask my foreign friends to not give up on India just yet. We are still in an infancy phase or I should rather say we are just getting started. There are also new greenfield cities coming up all across the country. If you have visited Mumbai and other Indian cities now (where a lot of these projects and constructions are happening) please also come to visit the Mumbai of 2030 when all these projects would be complete. Also the slums that you see in Mumbai would be gone.

[@srinivasaniyer6219]

Patricia is amazing. She has understood the soul of Indians and India is also lucky and enriched having people like her living and working here. If she wants green spaces, she needs to travel 80-100 kms away from mumbai city, you can find quiet localities in mumbai as well.

[@SD-kc9or]

I m very Proud, that our Country made her one of us and she loves it. Vande Mataram❤🇮🇳 India is our Mother to all of us and she will take care you like a daughter always.

[@ravishingravi]

I like how she says "we" when referring to India or Indians. Yeah she is one of us now.

[@manishapatnaik6677]

I'm amazed how beautifully she described India and especially Mumbai. . .

[@imdiyu]

I am an Indian. And when I visited Ukraine, I visited this beautiful little town called Kolommiya, and some people there wanted to take pictures with us (me and my Taiwanese friend) same happened in Kosiv. So, humans are curious basically.

[@murlimohanrao]

What I admire the most about this video is the level of understanding about India. She has gone beyond the things that are wrong in our society to appreciate what is good. That's what helps you appreciate cities. Also, on the subject of Paris vs Mumbai, I was robbed of my luggage in Paris airport ... but that never happens inside an airport in India. In general, I felt more safe in Mumbai than whenever I visited Paris.

[@alliswell2114]

Paris is horrible and so far up its own ar**

[@bondinthepond]

Happened to me too

[@ZaWarudo69]

Are you seriously generalising the level of safety of an entire airport just because YOU didn’t get robbed there? LMFAO.

[@murlimohanrao]

Getting robbed in an airport is abnormal. I have visited more than 43 countries in the world and transited through many more airports. The only place where I got robbed is Paris CDG. In a different trip, my boss got robbed as well. In Singapore, I lost my sun glasses, Singapore Changi guys couriered the glasses to me on my request. In Dubai, my daughter lost her gold bracelet. They located and returned it. I am not saying this in air but out of practical experiences. @@ZaWarudo69

[@ZaWarudo69]

@@murlimohanrao well then that’s a ‘you’ problem rather than the country’s security. One is expected to learn from mistakes in different experiences but from what you described, it seems you kept making same mistakes and were never cautious. Also, you just happened to not get robbed. Your not being robbed doesn’t objectively declare the entire security status of the whole country, because by your original comment, you’re making it seem as if the world revolves around you and if YOU didn’t experience a negative experience in india, the whole tourism/citizens don’t as well ( for confusion you used : *but that ‘never’ happens inside an airport in india.* ).

[@reverie6158]

What an incredible human being she is! So much depth & nuance in her understanding of India as she experiences it. Ofcourse some things are city related - Mumbai is exceptionally safe for women, this may not be true in some other cities. Mumbai is also exceptionally crowded & the landscape changes every few seconds from modern high rises to slums. Other cities are often not that extreme. But Mumbai is a wonderful experience for Indians & foreigners alike. Its hard not to love India after you have experinced life in Mumbai.

[@gopalramanathan7062]

Indeed she could easily blend into the spirit of India😊

[@amolbp5415]

How about korean woman getting harassed at mumbai or japanese girl at delhi during some color playing festival ?

[@sarthakdas89]

When she says "we". She's one of us❤️

[@MG13572]

This is perhaps the most perfect depiction of what India is all about. Just loved it.🙏

[@nee2singh909]

India is crazy India is chaotic India is beautiful India is serene India is loud but u know what INDIA IS HOME ❤

[@suumitsingh]

I think the one thing missed being mentioned is the festivals throughout the year which makes India so much colourful and lively

[@nightrider12soul]

Specially Ganesh festival.The crowd dance from Bindi Bazar to Gate of India and throw Ganesh in the see. Diwali is nice too.Holi a bit too much.Oh forgot Shivaratri.

[@anshul6168]

The pollution after Diwali is actually not due to fireworks, Firework pollution stays there for maximum of 2 days, after that it's all due to burning of paddy fields. She might not know this because media only focuses on blaming the 1 day of joyous festival. Fireworks are not unique to India but only Diwali gets the blame and the actual reasons are ignored.

[@anahita52]

Truly said....

[@perth8245]

True

[@aim1578]

Not really. Not everywhere it's paddy burning. That is in Delhi Noida region. What she really meant about pollution in India during Diwali is reality. Indians don't realize how worse to an extreme level diwali fireworks pollute the climate. And our religious sentiments alongside political pampering for it blinds us to not realize the intensity of it or accept this fact as we are so accustomed to even traffic pollution and this feels just a level up, so we don't truly understand the gravity of situation. It's just like slums are great, they are happy living there during heavy rains, they are used to it kind of justification many give. India needs to revive a lot of situations like better livelihood for people in slums, fix pollution, population, infrastructure and traffic situation. It's worse than many Indians think it's not.

[@bickynt7930]

Where in Mumbai or nearby areas you can find paddy fields burning?

[@anshul6168]

@@bickynt7930 The smoke does travel from interior areas of Maharashtra and MP, it gets carried away to far off distances and gets mixed with the winter fog

[@souvikkundu]

This is true. The convenience and efficient services we can have which is just few taps away on the phone in today's India is awesome. Thanks for uploading this video. My views would be similar to her's, the only exception would be, do not leave your phones unless you have a close friend or family guarding your phone. Even though cities are generally safe in India, it is still wiser to stay vigilant and reasonably guarded.

[@MaxChernov]

maybe depends on your phone 😂

[@maheshnambissan]

​@@MaxChernov😊So we have to be very careful about our own belongings 😁😁when and where your Belonging will be others you won't know 😁😁. I am an Mumbaikar but staying 80 kms away from city by Local Train it's Badlapur Station 😊😊

[@Jaishankar_s_supremacy]

​@@MaxChernov if she has a problem at the time of diwali here in India why don't she just go back to her country france? 😑

[@NicksoloNickboy]

I am a South Indian, from Kerala, I have also not been to Mumbai. After watching your KZbin, I also feel like going there

[@WiseGhost07]

Well, you should definitely visit Mumbai soon!

[@user-ic3fj5gs1u]

She sums it up brilliantly when she says that you have a feeling of living in different types of dimensions when you are in india. Absolutely correct.

[@amolbp5415]

She "slums" it up brilliantly.....

[@maniacram]

​@@amolbp5415wow genius!

[@top_1_percent]

Mumbai and Pune are the safest cities. Very cosmopolitan and Maharashtrians are very accepting of migrants from different states or countries. You respect the language Marathi and culture and you will be treated with utmost respect. You get everything what you would in any major city in the world. May you have a safe, happy and healthy life here in India.

[@amolbp5415]

Where are you from ?

[@gauravipal9518]

Cities in Gujarat - Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, RJkot very safe.

[@prasadshirsat1]

She started giving advice to other foreigner just like an Indian.... " don't come and kiss each other. Because that's not what we do here".... She started being just like an Indian... I appreciate this lady and feel that she has become Indian herself... Cheers

[@HRC294]

What a beautiful and relaxed interview! Thanks for this. These are the criticisms India needs to told and does take seriously. I hope Patricia settles here! Take care...

[@akshayarali3516]

Patricia I think you are really an epitome of definition of India. You did express that you may stay elsewhere, but don’t worry you will not let India out of yourself. All your points are valid and truth. Loads of love.

[@Geniere10]

She is too precious. Her thoughts are so positive and well thought out and the fact that she is so gorgeous adds to the whole experience of listening to her

[@Seevawonderloaf]

12:23 her point about covering up is so important. I have a European friend who often pushes the idea that people should just accept that it is a ‘body’ but it is pretty disrespectful and culturally blind to not realise you are in a different place and should adapt to their customs as needed. This lady is in india and has accepted that the country is as it is. I love moving and travelling but i do miss home a lot even though it is crowded and crazy!

[@susanna5864]

She’s such a beautiful soul! Really insightful interview that really captured the nuances of Mumbai🥰 She has a very French character- poetic, artistic, articulate way of seeing the world.

[@dawnho7744]

That's her perception of India by living in Mumbai. Good for her that she loves her life there. I'm sure India has its charms.

[@tarmin1711]

Nope, that's the TRUTH. You're not an Indian, so you don't know anything.

[@dawnho7744]

@@abrahamlincoln6704 I'm not appeasing anyone. It's the same for most of us. As long as our perception of the places we live in is acceptable and good in our eyes, we'll love it.

[@12440jayjay]

WOW!! A good video from someone who got use to Mumbai. This city has lots of energy and multi-dimensions. Enjoy your stay and make Mumbai more popular.

[@DH1N1]

I love all ur videos .. being a Indian seeing an outsider views about India is something amazing ..we Indians complaint not happy with our politicians but sometimes we forget to appreciate what we have .. I always believe things will get better and it’s getting better in 5yrs

[@subhadeepsls5]

As an Indian who recently came back from Russia, I would say that India is much more lively and beautiful place compared to any Russian city or village. Although Russians will become as kind of warm like indians after few drinks. But thanks for making this video. Will suggest you to make more videos on india from different regions , like Ladakh, South India, Himalayas, Sikkim, North East India, Bengal. Good video documentary by the way. Keep up the Good job. желаю тебе здоровья брат.

[@gopalramanathan7062]

Good suggestion 👍

[@beuniqueyou253]

As a Russian I would agree with you, Indian people so much kinder and more fun then any Russian I know including myself🤫🤭! My dream is to visit Chennai, hopefully soon!

[@subhadeepsls5]

Добро пожаловать в индию! напишите мне, если вам нужна помощь или предложения по поводу путешествий!@@beuniqueyou253

[@tweetmemes5015]

Yeah he can find many foreigners in Rishikesh

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

Its the climate , cold weather WILL make you more colder, Russians are incredibly kind and warm people,the weather and lack of sun makes you moody and even angry

[@fookrefookre349]

One of the MOST 'wholesome' content that I have seen in recent times! The lady is absolutely gracious and open minded, the host is very non intrusive and relevant!! India is not perfect...but that's part of the charm! It's the litmus test...if you can adjust with the chaotic balance here, you will love this place. Else, you will think that this country is impossible to live in. Either ways...ITS INDIA!! 😊 It was absolutely worth the time watching the video till the end!!

[@vvsapale]

I am mumbaikar now living in Singapore. The reason to choose Singapore is safety. There are more things also. I can totally relate with her view, she was completely honest when she said she might not go back to france. That is charm of mumbai. The people and small little convenience you get at fraction of price elsewhere.

[@onepiece....]

Bro u just went to Singapore just because safety

[@amitkumarsahu8261]

I love Mumbai ❤ "Mumbai meri jaan" Mumbai is not a city it's a Emotions 🥺

[@Maharashtrik]

Yeah, Amchi Mumbai🤘🏻

[@CoolAssasin]

Woww! It's a brilliant depiction of India by a foreigner. She literally learned all the ways of living in India and is culturally and Indian after 9 Years. I am surprised to see her level of understanding about even minute details of our Indian traits. Loved this whole perspective. Please bring more videos from every part of India to give more honest and real exposure of India to all the people around world so that they'll know India is not unsafe and Bad the way they made to think by false agendas.

[@Mscellany1]

Max, you have a wonderful knack for asking great questions, the right ones, to draw out amazing insights from those you interview. I'm Indian, grew up overseas, have lived in India for decades but your interviews help me understand my own country even better... ❤thank you!

[@nirmalakutty9416]

A fair assessment of what India is all about; madam clearly is honest and precise of judgment whether cultural or otherwise. Enjoyed the interview

[@drjennyli]

Another good video. Very meaningful conversation. ❤

[@direwolf7491]

India is a massively diverse country. Plenty diversity of languages, cultures, clothes and foods. The only thing that unites us the love for our nation. Westerners portray it negatively as Indians being ultra nationalistic, but that is the ONLY thing that unites us. We all love our motherland and it is our birth right to do so.

[@prashantdevadiga6696]

Great reflection on Amchi Mumbai ❤ Welcome to India always. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, The World is ONE FAMILY.

[@kabir9578]

Loved it! Thankyou for the honest review of India! Hope, you guys feel like Home in India❤

[@MaxChernov]

Our pleasure!

[@kns6132]

Fantastic to see this max. Love your unbiased and open conversations. If possible visit Hyderabad, Delhi, Chennai, Pune to get different perspective. Mumbai is a completely different world ( good way) compared to all other cities in India.

[@MaxChernov]

Very soon!

[@thinkpadx60]

Enjoyed this video, quite insightful. Mumbai is a wonderful city, love the food there.

[@MaxChernov]

Mumbai is a super interesting place!

[@pt31]

Max I love these videos so much! The candid chats are so interesting to listen to! Bravo! 👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@SukumoSarah]

I worked with Patricia for a year at the school she's at. She's so nice!!

[@veronv4536]

A great video ..well done Max….👍👍🤩🥳 This lady’s perception on the Indian ppls good naturedess is spot on. They don’t like confrontation and avoid them usually. But she didn’t elaborate on the aspect of community living in an apartment complex .The Indians are inclusive in having group celebrations especially during festivals and the hospitality can be heart warming to the soul. Also …the spirituality of the nation is inspiring and unmatched and not found in many other countries… India is truly beautiful and unique…👍🌺❤️

[@jeetlahkar894]

The community living has both good and bad sides. For people whose lifestyles matches with the community expecations its a match made in heaven. For others who have slightly different viewpoints its hell.

[@ravirp1910]

There is one Dutch lady named Ivana also who lives in Bangalore for the past 5 years and have been enjoying her life here in India.

[@SBha30]

Just recently found and subscribed to Max’s channel. Amazing content on India. I am an American and have been bullish on India since 2008. Definitely think that India is on a massive growth trajectory.

[@pranatidas6005]

I would like to appreciate the lady, her observations and thoughts..really practical ❤ not so much afraid of the rawness that India comes with other smooth things....

[@advnps]

Nice show, thank you madam for your love for Bharat and its people...❤

[@vinay6552]

Very nice to see this lady living in Mumbai for such a long duration. 🙏

[@PearlyRose734]

I’m so happy I stumbled over your channel, thank you so much for this interview that is so enlightening and valuable for me as I dream of coming to India, exploring it and living in Mumbai ❤🙏

[@rupalipatwardhan7789]

Patricia has a very clear thought process ...it's a learning point.

[@syarifahnajwa5491]

Bravo Max..ur channel is getting more n more interesting.👍👏 I love all the ppl that u interview. Thnk u so much

[@MaxChernov]

thanks so much! we are going global!

[@syarifahnajwa5491]

@@MaxChernov God Bless🫡🙏🙏🙏

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Yes, you are definitely right. I really like all the people Max had interviewed especially from Malaysia and Singapore. Now that he's going global, we can anticipate more wonderful interviews. 😄

[@puneetgupta1221]

India is too big..every state has its own culture ..vibes..atmosphere from leh to kerala..

[@nicky2693]

Loved the video. Most of her observations abt Mumbai city were on point. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@balisaani]

Love this interview - very engaging, articulate, and kudos for the cut-ins from the restaurant, and even the coda in the elevator. Creates a very dynamic interview - didn't see the time pass. Thanks!

[@MaxChernov]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Rr45100]

Very insightful video ❤, just love it. More importantly India is not a perfect place compared to devloped country but we are trying to make it a better place. ❤

[@youtubeizcrazzy6123]

I have some friends from Europe and Russia living in India for more than 10 years. I thought it’s totally normal.

[@Shaunashares]

Loved this interview ❤ especially what she was like "theres so much life happening". I lived in Mumbai, and I felt such an energy and vibe that was amazing to live amongst.

[@ajaykumar0339]

that is good honest video about life in India! amazing

[@thesinistermonk2515]

She is 100% right about Mumbai!

[@RSSverma413]

तुम्हारे लिए हमारा भारत कैसा भी हो हमारे लिए तो स्वर्ग है चाहे वो dust हो या दिवाली के पटाखे❤😊

[@Jiya2830]

The way she has understood India, it's people, the culture and the city precisely with all its nuances is commendable. As someone who has forever lived in Mumbai couldn't agree more and how refreshing to hear from her perspective

[@craigmaxwell1961]

She is lovely and full of positive energy, I loved her interview and glad she has such good remarks towards India.

[@BomBoyzhiphop]

Mumbai is overburdened right now that's the reason our government built Navi Mumbai next to it which has better infrastructure overall & you have big parks every 500 meters 😎👍

[@Maharashtrik]

It's overburdened due to constant northy migration to only one City instead of building there own states

[@priyashmukherjee3015]

*Dear friends from abroad* Welcome to India, the land of diversity and wonders! I am delighted to have you here. India is a country with a rich and ancient culture, dating back over 5,000 years. It is a land of many religions, languages, and ethnicities. We are a proud and welcoming people, and we are always happy to share our culture with visitors from all over the world. I know that India can be a bit overwhelming at first. It is a vast and complex country, with a lot to see and do. But I encourage you to be patient and open-minded. Take the time to explore our cities and villages, our temples and mosques, our mountains and beaches. And most importantly, get to know our people. You will find that Indians are warm and hospitable. We love to meet new people and learn about their cultures. We are also very proud of our own culture, and we love to share it with others. *So please, come and explore India. We have something to offer everyone. And I promise that you will leave with a lifetime of memories*

[@prescottosegie]

This was a good video max keep up the good content and thank you for sharing your story Patricia 😎 keep up the good work

[@jaydeeppanchal8743]

@15:40 - .. and you're sorted. That's a sign someone's lived in Mumbai for a bit. 😉 Great content. From Mumbai, but I live in Canada and I indulge in your videos to reminisce my city. A city of buzzing LIFE. Thank you so much brother.

[@nonu6468]

I live in Budapestfew months every year, and will be spending increasing more time here . I find Hungarians very friendly. All one has to do is take initiative in smiling first. It has always been the case that whether I asked for the route, or any other advice they are really supportive. Further I have made many friends including neighbors who don't speak English . Unlike what is believed Europeans are very family oriented. I think the problem with some of us is that we are too sensitive (easy to take hurt) and do not take initiative. if you do that Europeans are very friendly - especially because they have no agenda. It is also very very safe

[@Ashish-no5ys]

Soon the airport that you are currently landing in Mumbai on will be exclusively for domestic flights. International travel will happen from the new airport coming up in Navi Mumbai. Mumbai is under construction. there are lots of new construction happening. 350 km worth of new metro is being built. With underground stations, underground road tunnels. I ask my foreign friends to not give up on India just yet. We are still in an infancy phase or I should rather say we are just getting started. There are also new greenfield cities coming up all across the country. If you have visited Mumbai and other Indian cities now (where a lot of these projects and constructions are happening) please also come to visit the Mumbai of 2030 when all these projects would be complete. Also the slums that you see in Mumbai would be gone.

[@sp1460]

She has the best lesson's for the people who would like to visit this country.

[@leguezennecx]

Amazing interview.

[@webabhi]

India is like ASEAN, with a little bit of Egypt, bit of Morocco, bits of Caucasus region, bits of Tibet and bits of Yunnan. However, there is a section of tough backpackers and Bohemian mavericks who visit India and they do the following: 1) Stay in cheap hotels costing US$ 5 to US$ 15 2) Roam around in slums and street markets 3) Eat only street food They say that like this you will see the real India and then some of them end up falling sick or disliking India and saying that India sucks. India also has a ski resort called Gulmarg and Asia's largest tulip garden. Produces tropical fruits like Mango and Banana and temperate fruits like Pears and Apples. However tough backpackers are not interested in these aspects of India.

[@7_77_.]

True bro every single f*king foreign vlogger are like this.

[@julius7506]

You're right. Indian should stop being over emotional with foreigners. Taking selfies with foreigners won't make us any better. I see people thanking foreigners for liking their country. Do we need their appreciation to know and love our country. When some foreigners are charged extra or are misbehaved by some local, all Indians go on to apologize and sympathize with foreigners. I know this is a good thing and such mischievous people must be reported and punished. But how many Indians show up when something similar happens with an Indian? And how many foreigners do that when these incidents happen with Indians in other countries? In simple words, respect and help people where it's required. But don't just blindly over hype foreigners.

[@webabhi]

If you see there are pigs who like taking bath in mud, they enjoy that. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Kapildev_N._Pol]

I am an INDIAN and i learned one thing from this video before choosing the clothes which to where see around what they are wearing and you can where accordingly, Because of so much diversity it will be easy that way, this is the best ambassador to represent what genuine INDIA is, INDIAN government should make them tourist ambassador to represent INDIA in world stage it will increase tourism in INDIA

[@jaiswalrahul507]

She is absolutely true i wouldn't argue on anything what she said and people over here telling that not to leave your phone like that i would say you can leave your phone in a closed space like that restraunt where you are sitting with someone you know it's all about your sense of awareness and coming from Mumbai i can say that and whether you love or go any where around the world you have to always be aware about your belongings because if you are carrying something valuable it's gonna catch someone's attention so be careful be safe and it was really a lovely video.

[@madanjagannatha8257]

Hi she has told things very nicely accurately God bless her and her family too.

[@Top_G469]

Climate wise you should try Pune or Bangalore... i personally loved Pune climate...

[@SyedSaifAbbasNaqvi]

Pune is best. Far less crowded than Mumbai. Very laid back. Very safe. The weather is probably the best in the country. I being from Kolkata fell in love with Pune. Living here for 7 years.

[@user-lt5no1xt1z]

​@@PriyaK-cu1fz😂😂 why

[@manishas9411]

She showed the positives and negatives of living in Mumbai and she’s gorgeous. I wish people would be more conscious of throwing litter on the beach or on the streets. If they love India or Mumbai, stop littering on it.

[@rajeshkhilari]

08:32 The sideward head nods is neither Yes nor No. It is "I Understand", "It's Okay", "I Agree", "I can do it", "I am Fine". Lifting both the shoulders is "May Be". Truly, Love the interview 🥰

[@Onelove-ug3to]

You should definitely interview Ivana. She's a dutch living in Bangalore since 5-6 years.

[@MaxChernov]

Why everyone tells me about her haha

[@premsadanand1563]

I was about to say that

[@Onelove-ug3to]

@@MaxChernov because she's the most foreigner Indian ever😂 I hope you can meet her, we love her❤️

[@skarusiya]

nice one, she explains about india very true. even i sometimes think, even an indian person can;t explain about it so beautifully.

[@MM-es1it]

She is wonderful and it was fun listening to her!

[@alwayscuriousbutsad6584]

i am indian living in germany and its a struggle in everyday life to live in germany. as soon as my studies and training ends. i wish to go back home

[@k.k.c8670]

Right.. We believe you. 😂

[@usee_6423]

I'm surprised you mentioned that you wanna go home, as some people go to Germany as students with the goal of obtaining citizenship.😞

[@alwayscuriousbutsad6584]

@@usee_6423 yes many do have that goal and there’s nothing wrong with it. And many want to leave asap as they get depressed here.

[@alwayscuriousbutsad6584]

@@k.k.c8670 why is it hard to believe , many people go back.

[@k.k.c8670]

@@alwayscuriousbutsad6584 for 90% + of Indians, it would not be by choice.

[@user-fk7wd4qt1z]

I am a Mumbaikar staying in Germany since past 1 year and I was so able to relate to her comment that in Mumbai you feel tired even when you do very little work because your senses are engaged actively all the time due to the noise pollution , air pollution and what not . I can totally relate to it after having lived in both the worlds now.

[@rajnair1357]

😅 Of course Mumbai is highly populated (almost the entire Germany). So Germany is no where near Amchi Mumbai. Mumbai meri jaan

[@6732VK]

@@rajnair1357what is going on. You are meant to refute his facts with our patriotic facts

[@lovelife_always74]

Very nicely explained ❤

[@nitinbalachandran7844]

Thankyou for making such videos all foreigners are welcome to india❤...

[@ashishmurali9047]

This is a great interview. And I guess she spoke about Mumbai and not India. Mumbai is probably a country within a country and it's only a city. Multiply that with the number of states in India and you have one complex organism.

[@SonuSahu-wi6ud]

Most beautiful country in the world is Bharat ( India)🇮🇳🙏

[@bonymathew1717]

😂😂 first travel around the world. Don’t be too nationalistic and ethnocentric

[@lemon4087]

Wow her words are so grounded I had to pause to stop getting the feels... I'm not ready for them yet.

[@vishsri]

V nice inputs and insights ...thanks

[@jotgondapatil9108]

I love my India 🇮🇳❤

[@pradeeppatki4936]

India is human centric country make no doubt about it.

[@jitendrachawla6657]

Really a very intelligent french lady, who really caught the real inner essence of India ,so nicely explained, l never myself thought being Indian ❤❤

[@pharmaxelsarlmorocco8615]

She is very perfect in her brief analysis. I am really impressed by her Hindi too.. I have been going through it.. 🙏

[@Rorschach7012]

I now working in Poland and i can confidently say, India is not for the weak, you have to be mentally strong, when i came to here in Warsaw, i felt like ''this life is too easy here that i may flown away if wind hits'' in India, all of your senses are at peak like all the time, here, i even notice a small movement of leaves because my mind is built like that, i don't know how to explain all but i can say, if India was a game, you need the experience of a battle hardened veteran.

[@MaxChernov]

haha interesting!

[@6732VK]

Bro, you are being too honest. Dial it down