MENTAL ILLNESS MAY CAUSE SUICIDE (SHADOWS - A STAND UP COMEDY SPECIAL BY DANIEL FERNANDES)

[@absolutelydanny]

Felt like sharing this today. Pass it around if you feel like.

[@natashajoseph2998]

This was such an awesome video .........I loved it .

[@achalbegdai9581]

Thanks for sharing brother!! I might pass the test without studying

[@dilip1290]

Love your work Danny!!! Keep pushing through and keep inspiring us to do the same.

[@christinaappadurai7923]

You are really brave to speak abt it in open..... But hats off you have come along way.....

[@sherylrodrigues5877]

This was amazing!!

[@siddhantgoel1198]

And just to bring attention the line “after the audience leaves and the light goes out comedy is a real dark place”. The irony is real in that sentence. Beautiful beautiful comedy

[@meettheartist5506]

Trust me, reminded me of the Joker movie

[@riyatandi9014]

I really hope you’re doing fine. We all can appreciate his dark humour but that dark humour has come from his real life. I genuinely wish happiness and success for you.

[@deepakchandrashekar8930]

He's come out of it. But i still feel he needs therapy.

[@pushpendrasalarpuriya8422]

One of the best craft of dark comedy, I have witnessed.

[@thearcanearcade4923]

As a person with depression, I can attest to the fact that this was not easy to talk about. Takes serious balls

[@Pedanticskepticism]

I agree...I still can't tell anyone about my feelings to anyone....because no one cares (in my head)

[@prasad2703]

I hope you have the support system to provide strength and love.

[@prasad2703]

Radioactive Detective I hope you have the support system to provide strength and love.

[@Rhythmandsoul]

this video brought tears into my eyes😰...it was so damn true!

[@myriadmyriad7209]

sometimes you know most people don't actually listen

[@umniyahirfan5026]

Dude, please either today or after 40 years, dont take your life. It means a lot to me, and you dont even know me. Your opinions, your outlook, your boldness is whats keeping my sanity in check. Im binge watching your work and only an hour before I was bawling my eyes out. Seeing bhakts ruthlessly comment "Maro inko ak47 se" under a video of a 9 yr old suffering from pellet injuries, your friends not understanding the gravity if this situation is nauseous. In all of this just 8 mins of you making laugh over the stupidity and actions of the oppressor gave me hope. The media, the world treats us worse than dirt. Thanks for humanising us Kashmiris. Please stay alive, we need people like you in society 🤝🏻🍁

[@isharathi2289]

Heyyy

[@kumarnarayana5105]

"... suicide is a weird form of self preservation". Profound.

[@dhatrimalladi9211]

Like how?

[@Voodoochild_]

​@@dhatrimalladi9211 My take is when you decide to commit suicide, you are making a statement that this is all I can take and not more. I'm saving what's left of me for myself. I'm saving myself from this world.

[@karankhandelwal7]

you live in a very dark society when his jokes and truth are no different.

[@jaspreet4689]

Your comment is so thoughtful and dark. I prescribe you start sleeping turning on the lights. Another one: Your thought has so many layers, must be grounded 6ft below.

[@GurpreetSingh-kc1ee]

Exactly .

[@UmangRawatYEdILMAANGEmORE]

Exactly

[@Rain..Bow..]

Dis guy has da most smart audiance .....hes underrated but has a seperate fanbase♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@Rain..Bow..]

@@msdadsfsx yeah NOmo...warriors😜

[@shweta7153]

He isn't underaated Check out his other videos

[@unnavade5932]

so true

[@PramathMalik]

Lol, this has to be most subtle humble brag I've heard in a while 😆

[@prakharshrivastava2751]

Thankyou 😂

[@VikasVerma-vu1ce]

Whether u laugh at his joke or not. But one thing is true. This man is the smartest comedian I have ever seen. Bro u are genius.

[@riyarajarathnam779]

Damn true!!! 😐

[@saumya2689]

He really is. I've rarely met college professors as articulate as him.

[@LPKJAM]

Him and punit pania are my two favorite comedians from India.

[@maggot92]

Hahha no he's not

[@chaitanyalakeshri]

I have seen same comment on four other comedians video

[@shrijitbasak]

Being a victim of mental illness myself, I can surely say that you have conveyed what most people cant regarding this topic...

[@ShimaTheCatto]

That "These rich people na always doing drugs" is exactly what my parents said after hearing Sushant Singh Rajput committed suicide

[@kaoriheartfilia2783]

Same. I tried to defend and reason, but when has that ever worked?

[@kushpatel7028]

And my parents said he's a coward even i tried to defend lectured them, but all in vain😑

[@SweetSourPickle]

I've been depressed for years now so my parents know lol. We are neither rich nor do I do drugs.

[@AdnanKhan-eh7vz]

@@SweetSourPickle thank god your parents understood... Mine were like "acchi nautanki kar leta h" 🤣so i was tired of listening this,till now they think that just to hide my failures I was imitating that and it was all lie..

[@metaphorsk]

@@AdnanKhan-eh7vz I'm sorry you went through that. Indian parents can be very judgemental about things they don't understand OR don't want to understand. The best thing we can do is get help where it's available and also BREAK these generational cycle of trauma by being better parents to our future children.

[@eqphoenix4713]

This dude is a comedian and he made me cry with his way of expressing what depression actually looks like! Damn Danny! Thank you for letting me and many others know that we’re not alone!

[@PradeepPeterMurmu]

This is not even 10% of what you might have felt had you attended it live. "Shadows" is probably the best stand-up I've ever attended.

[@kunalmaheshwari8192]

Couldn't decide whether to laugh or to salute your guts to bring this up

[@dipteshlala2955]

Excellence at its best ! Never thought it like this : " a person with mental illness with or without knowing it badly wants to be functional ; so they don't want to meet someone who resolved the illness rather someone still suffering but functional & living through it "

[@huzaifapatel7508]

They dont want to die they just want whatever is going on in here to stop

[@rude1802]

Last time I felt shook was after the "marital rape". Now again with this one.. This guy is just at a different level... 😕😕😕

[@thegroove485]

As somone crippled by fear and anxiety I can't tell you how much I needed to see this today. Thank you

[@amiryaligar7316]

I got out of depression because of one of your videos. 'student suicide' you talked about it a few years ago. I still remember that joke "wait till you hit 30s when you have money in your pockets....." That was more than just a joke, it brought a ray of Hope into my life thank you Daniel.

[@kimhoihching4631]

You’ve come a long way Dan, I’m so happy for you . Will keep supporting you all the way .

[@daisymathew4058]

Thank you "for having the guts to do what everyone can't", especially for the way you address social ills through comedy! An ardent admirer of your work. God bless :-)

[@mspotatohead9899]

I don’t know how he’s able to smile while he talking about his dark thoughts. He’s truly a great guy ✊🏻

[@martindsouza727]

Man you nailed it, the example of ice cream and suicide was so genius, people need such examples to understand that depression is a real deal and it cannot be pacified by just speaking some good things to that individual . Thank you for bringing it up bro.

[@chrismargarian2172]

I’ve been there. It’s suffocating. If you are there too, bless your heart. May you be happy, healthy and at peace.

[@mohsinshajapurwala8430]

We need more people like you to talk about the stuff behind the lime light just like you did in this bit. Totally amazing stand up bit.

[@vibhorbajpai4186]

One of the best comedy sets ever. Period.

[@islooboyrashid5927]

I absolutely love Daniel's stutters in his comedy. Big up man. Love from Pakistan.

[@GandharvBhagat0308]

"We don't do this for the money or fame, We do it because this is the only thing that makes us feel alive!"✨ Love your conviction for the craft!

[@ForestPant]

I've watched the whole show, it was fabulous. But i would like to tell you that I find your crowdwork best there is. No one can match upto your level in the feild of crowdwork.

[@rupashaw5204]

The way you made a gig on such a serious topic is commendable. It's a really fun video but throughout the video I have been wondering are you fine bro. ❤

[@chromiyum6849]

oh my god, this was the most relatable standup I've ever seen. I too am depressed and listening to the same pain I go through in his voice made me cry out... this is THE most amazing standup I've ever seen, hats off to you brother!

[@PankhudeeGuptakPS]

You r the only comedian who talks about real stuff with added humor...thats genius

[@chinardudani5613]

Daniel, more strength to you. More light to you, especially on one of those darker days. This is a brilliant piece of black humour. It made me tear up more than it made me smile. You have exposed your pain and struggle with such starkness. I can't imagine the space where these words were born. But I do know that there are many people out there who have found some comfort in your words.

[@praveenanand4775]

Daniel Fernades is the most underrated comedian India has seen! Witty, charming, smart, self-aware and topical! Hang in there buddy, you're amazing and I hope you remember to tell it to yourself everyday.

[@flowercool3985]

You're so underrated man. Love you!

[@marisa_dasgupta]

Hey, Danny, I've always been a silent admirer and a fan of your shows, jokes and just YOU. I really felt I should tell you this when you said the line "Let them know." I often suffer from weird states of mind prevailing over my peace, blues that affect me and my daily life far too often to ignore. I feel like doing NOTHING during those times, but I somehow end up watching an awesome video of yours and feel better. There may be so many comedians out there, making good jokes and trying to make us laugh. But you have been my favourite for three years and you still are, you still will be. You're an amazing artist, a freaking amazing comedian and human, and I wish you all the success, happiness and joy in the world. I know there are haters out there ofc, and people who just feel that they must express some negative comments, but know that the majority is by your side, there are so many like me who absolutely love your work. Keep laughing and making people laugh, Danny❤️

[@hritikagawande4958]

This is the dark humour I signed up for!

[@nomad_naari2329]

You are the most sensitive and intellectual comedian Daniel, and I never thought I would comment so on comedian's video. You are phenomenal and take care we love you.

[@susanvarghese4962]

Imagine not knowing whether to laugh or not at a stand up show. Wow! This is a completely new level

[@yogitalamba8874]

Going through the same. I’m so glad I found someone who could so openly talk about it, you’re great Daniel. You’re brave. You’re inspiring so many people like us. You’re using your voice for all of us. Love you.♥️

[@sooryanshsahu9835]

This is the best dark and educational stand up i ever seen in my entire life ❤️

[@shatakshitripathi8901]

I love your work sir.....your comedy is intelligent and thought provoking and that is so rare ...keep up the work Daniel ♥️

[@bhriguraj843]

Darkest standup I've ever watched.... Yet funny with a strong message... Heart's 🧡🧡 out to everyone who's going through a tough phase and u'll make it .

[@tanushreede3004]

That's the smartest thing I have seen on the internet in a looooooong time. Made me feel good. May you get all the strength in life Daniel.

[@vipassanagautam347]

Thank You for putting this up Danny! Have you ever laughed and cried in the same content? Yes, this was one of those rare occasions. Also, you being dark or lonely or suicidal haven't for a bit made you any less of the beautiful human that you are. Sending love and hugs. :)

[@mansimalhotra542]

Hearing you was weirdly therapeutic. Had a talk, without even saying anything. Laughed and cried in the same 14 minutes. I want to thank you for being what you are Daniel. We love you! ❤

[@adharamadhuri999]

Sorry to say, but I felt scared the whole time instead of laughing. I was scared because u said the things I wanted to forget by watching comedy at 5:55 in the morning!

[@salehasiddiqui1862]

We will be fine.

[@aryanshukla100]

I hope you are really progressing in life and fine now!

[@reachtosky942]

Love you Daniel. I attended your show once . You are one of the most intelligent and sensible comedian we have seen in the country.

[@kajoripatra7443]

The good thing about Daniel is, he's always taking up real topics, unlike most comedians who are worried about impacts etc, he's generally not taking up inconsequential topics (like formal letters, if you know what I mean). And absolutely, he's underrated because his forte is not just humour but also genuine knowledge and understanding, which people seldom want in comedy. It's sugar coated pill and his fanbase is seperate because they truly don't just come to laugh like Sidhhu but take some understanding too.

[@nidhidixit6420]

Daniel, I've always loved your work the way you brought all social issues in your comedy. There is time for everything and one day people would grow up to recognize and appreciate your work. I've admired your talent since many years. Thank you for being different than others. Lots of respect!

[@aspectkracken6708]

"A depressed person does not want to die,he just wants everything that's going on here (pointing to his head) to stop and will do anything to get there" That made me smash the like button.. Such a beautiful explanation bro

[@ASMinor]

I am an avid mental health awareness advocate and spoken word performer, and I love this so much. I travel the country trying to bring that awareness on stages, in classrooms, hospitals, and on my KZbin channel, so I get excited when I see other advocates. 💚

[@tanult]

Felt like I'm listening to a story by Dave Chapelle- this was fantastic, Daniel!

[@Kolamide]

As a comedian that is dealing with mental illness, I appreciate you and this performance. It helps put into perspective my life, knowing I am not the only one and gives me the booster to talk about my struggles on stage. Thank you Daniel

[@pallavi3470]

I appreciate your work and it makes me smile, just so you know there is one person in 8. something billion people that likes you as an artist and appreciates your work. Thank you

[@ddraychild5632]

I've been living with severe anxiety/depression since I was 4 years old. This entire time I wished anyone in the comedy business would finally hit this issue. I can't tell you how much I love I love your stand up and how you're not afraid to be so dark. I love the fact that when I watch these I cry both because I relate and because I'm laughing so hard I can't breathe. I also love that your humor is so much like mine. You're an incredible person who makes this world a better place. I hope you come to my area someday so I can see you live. Much love and support!

[@ManjuSharma-ot9ly]

I'm letting u know...u r great,really cool and I love all your shows

[@vrmvats]

We need more comedians like you mahn..!!!!! Although the country doesn't have the capacity to bear the humor...!!!! Love your work.

[@arshiachidambaram7764]

Also my depression seemed to be getting worse but these videos help thank you for them. I know it would have been terrifying to talk about it in front of so many people I get so worked up cuz I'm scared if I tell someone idk how they'll react and I'll ruin the mood.

[@leehenderson992]

Blown away by this! Next level comedy - being able to talk about this subject with TRUTH and HUMOUR. Congrats. ♥️

[@0voice0]

He feels like a deep scar, still healing, working hard to be better.

[@betsyonyango9258]

He just saved be 200 dollars in therapy, laughed my lungs out, made me feel normal and human, great work. Thank you.

[@simi6279]

Your content is so class apart, collected, thought through and well articulated. Edit: and dark. Truthfully dark.

[@NancyJacob2705]

Dear Daniel........Your video is a temporary drug to my suicidal days. I just tell myself “Why don’t you watch shadows one last time?” and it lasts for long enough dragging me out of my deep dying depression. People can make us laugh but humour instilled by your words is powerful!!!

[@_kartikeytripathi_]

The video got grittier,grimmer, darker and funnier with each second passing.

[@shreyaputhran5478]

As someone with bipolar disorder, I loved how well you did this bit. I wish people truly understood how it feels. Really good stuff. Sending you and everyone who is suffering lots of hugs

[@iqra____]

Best video l’ve ever seen on mental illness.

[@sreenidhip5220]

What a way to make comedy out of such serious personal issues! Really appreciate how you accept it to be a part of you and let yourself be vulnerable to the world.

[@rahulgoyal7943]

Hands down, ur the smartest comedian💯 i could relate super hard to ur thoughts. Kudos man👌

[@ayushikhetan9012]

Always love your standup. This one is dark but totally amazing. Please take care

[@shoaibsheik9584]

Danny, this was so well written and delivered!!!

[@sanjeevyadav-fx3wq]

I had a brain hemmorage on 21st July 2019. And I am really grateful of Daniel to speak about this stuff publicly. This is how I felt every minute of my life when I was diagnosed with depression. It's like you convince yourself you don't have it , but deep inside you know it's there , you just don't wanna accept it. And this video is nothing but the truth. I just wanna say to everyone make your mental health your first priority and then everything else. and also thanks a lot Daniel. I hope you are doing good , now. If not you can talk to me. Here's a ❤️ for you man. Keep going

[@kalponik_art]

Too much intellect you have to be handled by majority of Indian audience.. That's why your subscriber didn't reach millions.. Salute you Sir..

[@safashereen3389]

Dude ur comedy videos make me laugh a lot after a stressful busy day thanks dude. Keep it up ur work really addresses issues with a funny yet not making fun of a sensitive things

[@akankshabalwan4114]

😂😂😂 So funny! I like how you can make things funny and still pass a good social message. Proud of people like you. 💕💕💕

[@shinchan9604]

We love you Daniel. Love your work, audacity to spit facts against the sheep army. Long Live You❤️

[@naitikjain3277]

One of the smartest comedians we have.

[@rjatharvatembhekar7329]

Daniel Fernandez one of the finest and intellectual comic I have ever seen.. You are my inspiration for stand up comedy.. Don't die 😂😂 I still need more inspiration from you

[@Sunnyv30]

This is probably my 4th or 5th, or somewhere that low, comment in KZbin ever. But you have my respect for pulling this bit so well.

[@max231084]

As a fan of stand up comedy,I have come across many comedians' work and though I am not a fan of comparing, I still would like to say, you have always been and will always be my most favourite. Your work makes us laugh and think. Not many can do that. You are awesome, man! Everything you have said in this video is true and relatable as I have battled depression for 8 years since 2005-2013, attempted suicide 7 times. Recovered then fell back into depression last year and attempted again. Now am on recovery. Just know that, this time around, your videos have somehow helped me to distract myself from pulling my own plug. Thanks, Daniel. Ummuahx.

[@ThePurpleBucket]

It takes guts to talk about this! I loved your video on marital rape .It was brilliant! Keep going🌈

[@tamannathakur4935]

I absolutely love your comedy. No other comedian makes me laugh as much as you do. I rarely laugh at stand-up comedy, so..yes, I value you.

[@yugandharsuda6584]

Doing a Dark Comedy bit while sending a proper message to the public and posting it at such an apt time! Also, content! 🔥

[@SoAS26]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR WORK!!! Don't let anyone get you down!!!

[@teeneshverma]

I am here to tell you, that thank you for putting all these feelings into words which I didn't believe was possible. It was hard telling people how I felt. Now I just sent this video to a few of them. Well, most of them actually. You know how many friends we depressed people have :3 Thank you and I wish you to be more successful. Best of luck.

[@Lovestosleep]

Dear Daniel, Your comedy specials are the ice cream of my life . Life is hard and difficult but your specials do give me a breather. Thank you! 💓

[@tharunkarthik2751]

Dan: I wanna kill myself . She : Who better than you ? 😭😂🤣

[@haseebnedarya4327]

🤣🤣

[@Priyanka-gz9ro]

Me too blessed with such a friend 🤣🤣

[@hampurosh3515]

A very deep and strong message about mental condition and depression with some comedy.

[@jgs2904]

"Commited" word looks like a crime! Anyway loved ur way of humor on life.

[@aritramondal2520]

Absolute brilliance.....we need arts like this.....u r among the very few people who dare to make their audience uncomfortable for a cause.....we r always served with too much comfort and ease

[@p.s.n9091]

All I want to say is THANK YOU ❤️

[@gouriprasad3830]

The best things about Daniel is 1.He is a genius. High intelligence is needed to find comedy in such topics 2. He has lots of guts. To take about the controversial,sensitive and taboo topic. The way he is not affected by the uncomfortable looks on the audience faces 3 he has been through this,he doesn't want others to feel alone,like he did. That's caring 4. Social responsibility. Spreading awareness through comedy. I haven't seen anyone else Kiddos to you man. You are a rockstar. I hope one day you can win the battle you are fighting.

[@soniasharma1121]

One of the smartest Indian comic💙

[@archanakshatriya4482]

Thank you for sharing this. I hope someday people will stop calling us cowards or attention seekers and acknowledge us as humans struggling with their own existence.

[@notyourtype5329]

The most intellectual comedian.

[@MadhuriSharma612]

It's not been easy times, and yet there's some comfort (if not laughter) in these 14 minutes. Thank you.

[@kladdha_]

Keep going, Daniel! You’re a phenomenal talent.

[@JoyAmin666]

thank you for sharing this with us. love your honesty and heart brother

[@BenNeedsATheme4aDream]

Inner peace ... Nothing can buy that.

[@lyngyps3364]

So so true..

[@surinmansukh3603]

Not even God, after creating human's.

[@gloriacherian5045]

I keep saying absolutely Danny for all your jokes ..BUT in this video I kept saying, No Danny/ please dont say this.. you are one of those people who has brought joy to several thousands and millions of people with a single statement! You surely deserve the best from life..hoping and praying that you may live long, and be ever cheerful and happy.🤗 Blessings and prayers from a sincere fan...