His mother and Father seem like beautiful people. I hope they realise their strength is so amazing.

His dad is SO WISE I adore it! He explains it very well

His father has one of the most soothing voices ever.

His father speaks so elopquently and poetically about this whole situation. You can tell this has been on his mind for a long time. As a doctor he knows what how It is on both sides and seeing his son go through this is heart breaking. You can just hear the sorrow in his voice for his son and for his patients. What a great father. His son is lucky to have a family who really cares. One line that got me is when the mother said “why is he cold? He doesn’t like to be cold” you can just feel the helplessness in her words. She just wanted to make things right for her son.

I'm a 31 year old man and I must say, this certainly got me into tears. To think something we all take for grant can suddenly be taken away in one go.

My son, Dan Bailey, died from this terrible disease in 2005.. The disease was so swift, he died within 24 hrs of telling me he had a sore throat... Thank-you for sharing your story with us..

I'm glad he was honest, a lot of times I think people who have these horrible things happen to them feel like if they discuss the negatives about their situation then they look less brave or like they're whining, and try to be overly positive when they're being filmed for a documentary. It's nice to see someone explain the honest reality instead of being concerned about putting on a brave face all the time.

idk why but I just suddenly have a profound respect towards Ripu's father.

A handsome gent before and after. What insane adversity.

Even me being a full bodied able adult, he is more of a man than I'll ever be. The single fact that he has retained a sense of humor is incredible & inspiring. I wish you all the best Ripu, you and your beautiful caring family :)

Honestly, truly he's really handsome and intelectual. And honestly the way he writes and speaks drags you in and makes you wish you could get to know him.

His dad is so lovely. ♡

exact same thing happened to my friend. she was a high school cheerleader. now she is an awesome mom who works for the hospital that saved her. and she just got a new pair of awesome legs!

Ripu you are a very attractive man. Don't let anyone tell you anything else! He's is such an inspiration

I remember receiving the email regarding the health warning that a student at our university had contracted meningicoccal. It really hurt my heart and I had always wondered how that person was doing. I'm so glad to have found this video and to know who this strong and amazing person is and that they made it through. I feel blessed to have attended the same university as you, Ripu!

Ripu, I don't know if you'll read this, but you're incredibly handsome. I'm old enough to be your grandmother, but please believe me when I tell you there is a special young lady out there whom you'll meet. It will be at the right time, at the right place. Until then, please continue being strong and confident. Personally, I'm very, very proud of you! You have a wonderful family and friends, too. There are worse things in this life than physical limitations. I see your future as bright. God bless you.

I don't think he would have such a positive attitude if it wasn't for his parents; you can tell that he was raised in a very positive and loving environment. God bless all of them.

Everyone who’s saying life is hard and I’m going through a depression should watch this ASAP. Guaranteed cure ! He’s awesome this chap. 👌👏👏👏👏👏

"I won't ever be the best." None of us will be. Everyone has room for improvement. Even people who haven't experienced this type of setback feel the same way at times. I certainly do. But you CAN be the best you that life allows you to be. I think you're getting there, Ripu. You've humbled me today! Thank you for perspective and inspiration.

He is still a handsome. I can't imagine loosing your hands as a guitar player myself.

Ripu, I hope you read this. You are an incredibly handsome man! Honestly, after the first minute or so I totally forgot about your nose, and by the time you read this, you'll probably have that sorted. Besides, you can play the piano with no hands, like a boss! That is just so freakin' amazing to me. I know that right now you are very dependent, but it's early days still. Over time you will learn more and more coping skills, get your legs, and figure out ways of doing things on your own. It's just going to take a lot of time, strength, and practice, and I know you can do it. I am sure that when the time is right, you are going to find a girl who will love and appreciate you for the wonderful person that you are. I look forward to seeing updates as you go forward.

Life can be insanely cruel sometimes....What a brave young man.

I got twins boys , And was both born with Spina Bifida . Thank God all of these story's gives us strength & motivation , and to continue being greatful for life .

He has such a chill personality. He's not all fake and overly positive about his crap situation. And he's still cute. I get a good feeling about his future.

I feel so bad how he was in a perfect life and everything just changed in a blink of an eye

Amazing documentary. I was run over by a drunk driver 2 years ago and have had 12 surgeries (a fraction of what you are dealing with) but seeing your positive outlook is so motivating. stay strong Ripu - From United States

I quite like Ripu. I hope he finds peace in all of this. I know he is searching for that.

thats awsome he can still play guitar

I am of course humbled by ripu . But I’m in love with his father. Such a mild mannered and dignified man.

Ripu has been blessed in the parent department! Their serenity is awe inspiring! Beautiful people.

Gosh this breaks my heart. He's so strong. I feel so stupid for ever complaining about anything...

The way his father tried to hold his son when he missed the ball was just incredible. Can even imagine what they went through.

I checked out his instagram and it's amazing to see how far he has come since this video. Absolutely amazing. Regardless of what people think about his outer appearance, he is a beautiful person.

He is so cute, i'm sorry, it looks impossible. I hope he feels better everyday

I'm in fucking tears right now...Ripu you're a true warrior!

You are an amazing young man. A warrior. My only child died from this disease at the age of 18. God bless you and keep you strong. The world needs more like you. I hope to meet you in person one day.

Hey! You are amazing man. Very good looking too. So don't talk smack about that. Lots of love from Canada brother...keep up the great progress.

You are the most determined person I've ever seen. You're getting your life back and doing the work to make it happen. Your attitude is great and I am really in awe of you!

His story is so emotionall, i admire him a lot.

Ripu, you are still a very handsome guy! You are an inspiration and have a lot to offer the world. Thank you for telling your story and I wish you all the best!

I have been watching so many videos from this channel and this is definitely one of my favorite stories so far. Ripu is such an amazingly strong man. The hardships he has overcome are awesome and I can only wish the best for him.

That was a captivating documentary with a very strong and determined young man. I was born with a physical disability so I don't know any other way of life but for him to have known a life I can only dream of and to have it all taken away practically overnight must have been surreal. His family seem very supportive and loving. His friends still come round and those friendships are great for his mental health. One day he will meet a wonderful person who will be more than happy to marry him, have kids with him and grow old with him. I sincerely wish him all the best the world has to offer.

His attitude is amazing considering what he went through. Man!!

He is still such a handsome man, i am his age and he is an awesome guy. I would be lucky to get to know such an amazing person inside and out.

wow what a mentally strong guy, and to be honest the handsomeness is still there, in your eyes, when you smile your eyes smile with you, lots of love from U>K

What a wonderful family. And he’s still so handsome! That smile 😍

Ripu, your story is immeasurably intense and profoundly life changing, and I cannot thank you enough for sharing it with us. Kinda wish I’d get the chance to have a coffee and chat with you and your family. I hope you’re well and that your confidence is soaring high. Because it should. You’re incredible.

Im so proud to call this young man a friend ❤ we spend weekends together laughing drinking coffee and loving life despite everything he has been through. He is a really beautiful person and Im so lucky to have him in my life xx

Please do follow up with Ripu. His story is so meaningful and needs to be heard.

he's incredibly handsome and such a good soul

Your the best at surviving and kicking meningicoccal septicaemia. Ur the best at getting on with it and not letting it define u. Ur the best at adapting to the things that u have always loved. Ur the best at whatever u want in life just keep taking one day at a time and u will find ur way. All the best Ripu.

Ripu, my name is Roy. I live in southern California. I salute you, sir. You're attitude is the best I have ever seen. God Bless you and yours and your great family.

Oh! that guitar skill!

Mr. Bhatia you are an inspiration to others. God bless you!!

He is incredibly amazing person with strong resilience and a miracle he had survived

such wonderful parents

This was great, but I would have still liked to have learned more about how and why he got sick in the first place

It's sad to hear that he was just gaining his confidence, he was well on his way to living a great life. I hope he finds happiness in his life.

Where I really lost it and almost broke down was the bag of chips falling. Seeing him struggle with something as simple as grocery shopping just hit me in a really soft spot. This is an incredible strong person and someone that people should look up to for his determination and perseverance. I hope his future is so bright, he certainly has an incredible family to support him.

Ripu, you amaze me. I feel that I should tell you to keep writing. Your inner self shines through in your writing. Always in my prayers...

Ripu...You are no different from any of us,just because uve lost yr limbs doesnt make you less human,I'd call you unique,more gifted than most,you will never be without anyone to care for you,you are amazing,strong and I'd be proud to show you off to people just how amazing you are. Stay strong and keep on doing what you enjoy. You are loved by your family and friends,you beat death and that just shows how strong you are,you are unique xxx

His heart speaks volumes, Ripu is still on the rise, clear as can be you will do more than overcome a condition...a dear family friend of mine has ALS, i stumbled on this video after a couple relating to that disease,,,, i wish in her case it wasn't stealing her spirit as it takes everything else

12:25 That smile, when he was learning to walk.. filled my eyes.

What a beautifully sensitive and eloquent father!

I have no words, except to Send my respect and love to this person I never met, watching a video that’s three years old. At 63 years old, I have been through a lot, and experienced much of the good and bad that life has to offer. I often think of myself as a very strong person. This young man’s strength and fortitude has humbled me.......

You are truly amazing and a handsome young man , I would love to see an update, wish you all the best in life

I have no idea how I stumbled onto this. So many of us reach a hopeless point in our lives. And if we’re lucky, we stumble across a gem like this man who remind us what we’re made of is what matters, not our circumstances. I hope he’s found peace and joy and is loved dearly for the beautiful soul he is.

Ripu you are beautiful inside and out. You have many gifts yet to be discovered. I would love to see updates about your journey. Thank you for this opportunity to meet you. Sending my best from Monterey California. 👋👍☺️

Ripu your eyes and smile make you beautiful! Honestly, I see past the injuries and scars and can see the good looks. It's almost like wearing an outfit - you look different but you still have the same essence and good looks. I'm a burn victim so I can slightly relate to the trauma and recovery and then societies perception. But remember that each path is unique and sometimes you need to let go and give in to the universes plan for you. You need to let go of the life you envisioned and embrace the life you have been given ❤️️

“If your going through hell, keep going” - Winston Churchill.

I understand that he has confidence issues... it makes sense... However, I personally think he's GORGEOUS!!!

I was so moved when he started to play the piano. Ripu.... rooting for you !!!

strong and brave. but also with a tear.

Ripu, I too have disabilities but mine are not visible. The psychological journey is truly the hardest part. Eventually enough time will pass and the way you are will be more normal to you than the way you were. The best is still ahead of you, I promise you. You have to grieve what was in order to accept what is. Just tackle one goal at a time. It gets better. You are stronger than you think you are. 😊

I was lead to this story after seeing Ripu's name as the journalist for a "Stuff" article. Great to see xx

What a trooper, AND he still plays instruments better than I ever will.

Well done Ripu. Fantastic progress. Keep it up.

I would LOVE to see an update on Ripu later. I agree with the lady who spoke near the end (his mom?) when she said that he will do great things.

This man is so humble and his honesty is very refreshing to say nothing of his achievements he is very inspiring

This is from 4 years ago, but Ripu’s story is still being seen and I learned today that Ripu is still Ripu, a cool creative guy. I liked his message at the end when he’s looking at the ocean and how he felt good in that moment, not thinking too much about stuff and just enjoying where he was.

You are not a victim. You are a survivor and a fighter!! So much love from Turkey. Keep going!!

Ripu, listening and watching you in this video, I see you have so much to offer the world, your music, blog, wheelchair rugby and personality to name only a few. Life really sucks at times. Go out and make people move for your wheelchair you have a right to space on this earth as much as anybody else.

This broke my heart, what a beautiful soul ❤ God bless you and your family and im sure you are gonna achieve a lot more. Sending you much love and positive energy from Croatia ❤❤🤗🤗

Hello from Los Angeles CA ! Wow what an amazing young man . I loved this video ! His family is one we all should hope to have so loving and supportive

Ripu's father's voice is so satisfying and lovely. And it has past to Ripu. I can see Ripu doing amazing things in the future.

i see it now clearly how I was lucky to loose only half of my one leg in similar circumstances. I still can walk and everything. Im so sorry for him. Its not fair.

This young man and his family are absolutely incredible people. I'm in awe by their strength and communication. I stumble and stutter and mess everything I say up. Keep going you're incredible Ripu.

you are an inspiration ripu! May God bless your heart

lots of love from Africa,Kenya You're such a brave guy Ripu .

Wow. I'm in awe. Such a eloquent young man full of potential and depth. I'm beyond inspired. Ripu.......u r back in a place where ur full of uncertainties and wonder....much like before u went to Australia. You found yourself there and began to own urself as a young man.....realize.....u r there again. The greatness you felt u were about to achieve just before getting so sick........u will achieve. It's in ur path. Because ur greatness isn't defined by ur physical abilities....it is defined by ur mind n heart. I dunno what that path of greatness looks like......n maybe right now...u don't either.....but it's there in u. It hits at u as a background sound u must tune into......but that will come as u overcome these hurdles. Ur intellect, ur wisdom, ur soulful depth.......ur fighter spirit........I'm in awe. You my dear......have greatness written all over u........push forward.......n connect again with urself as the new u.......like u did with the old u back in Australia. That's coming.....n I hope to see more of u.......as u make ur mark on this world. Namaste ❤️

This is the manliest man that has ever manned, man. But seriously this guy kicks so much ass. Inspirational for sure. I hope he gets a good relationship because he deserves it.

I can't get over how cute this guy is. I want to be his friend

Ripu, do not be discouraged! Someone who gets meningococcal disease is meant to die and yet you lived! The universe has greater plans for you...

Would love to hear the latest! What incredible tenacity you have, my friend! You are obviously a fighter! Praying for you!

This isn’t trying your best, this is killing it and going above and beyond! This is a challenge that nobody wants or deserves but to adapt and overcome is incredible. I can’t imagine how hard it is and don’t know if I could have gotten as far as he has. Keep it going your a inspiration

I wish there was a follow up to his story....this is the most honest recount of someone’s feelings after a tragedy...sometimes I find it hard to believe when people say tons of positive things....you are amazing!

He is beautiful guy with a rich culture and incredible parents the irony. It's difficult to achieve when your dad is the great achiever. My eight kids felt pressure being from a physician based family. Even though we never pressured anyone to be anything except themselves , there are internal pressures.

I work in a ECI (Early childhood intervention) alot of kids are not sick and alot of them are and watching this gave me a perspective on how people of all ages that are unfortunately not able to do things for themselves because of so and so reasons. This was so moving and so emotional but most of all inspiring. I hope Ripu is still doing amazing. Thanks Attitude for the story💕

Such a brave man. So glad he can play the guitar. Bless you xx💋♥️

Ripu you are still smart, attractive and so, so talented! Absolutely amazed how you adapt and simply do not allow to be restricted - you obviously know how to make a plan. I salute you!