The man, identified as Sudharson on Instagram, shared a video that quickly went viral, where he openly spoke about his decision to leave Canada behind and move back home.
“What up guys? I self-deported myself back to India,” he said in the clip. “What good is money if you don’t have anyone to spend it with? This is my first genuine smile after a long time because Canada is one depressing country.”
His emotional statement instantly caught attention online and sparked a divided response across platforms.
Social media reaction: support and criticism
The video, captioned “Who is next?”, began circulating widely and resonated strongly with Indians living abroad or planning to migrate. Many users related to his feelings of isolation and emotional exhaustion, while others argued that settling abroad naturally involves hardship and adaptation.
Supporters of Sudharson’s decision said mental well-being should take priority over financial gains. Several users shared similar personal experiences of loneliness while living overseas.
One user commented, “I’m also planning to come back to India soon, bro.” Another wrote, “Canada really does get depressing after a point. A lot of people don’t talk about that side enough.”
Many also pointed out the broader emotional struggles faced by immigrants, including isolation, long winters, lack of close family support, and burnout from constantly trying to establish a life in a new country.
Mixed perspectives on life abroad
However, not everyone agreed with his viewpoint. Some users said that building a life in another country requires patience, financial stability, and time to adjust.
According to critics, Sudharson’s experience may reflect a mismatch between expectations and reality rather than a universal experience of life in Canada.
Others offered a more balanced take, noting that while countries like Canada provide strong infrastructure, public services, and cleaner environments, they may also lack the social warmth and emotional familiarity found in India. This, they said, often leads to trade-offs between comfort and convenience versus emotional connection and community.
A growing conversation among the Indian diaspora
In recent years, social media has increasingly highlighted the less visible challenges faced by Indians living abroad. Many have openly discussed issues such as loneliness, rising cost of living, demanding work environments, and the pressure to constantly succeed in high-expense cities.
Sudharson’s video has now become part of this larger conversation, reflecting the emotional complexities behind migration decisions.
While some viewers interpreted his return as giving up on opportunities, others saw it as a conscious choice to prioritize happiness over financial success.
Either way, the debate continues online, underscoring the deeply personal nature of migration and what it truly means to build a life far from home.
.png?w=600)
