Originally posted by: RaniZelda
I think *maybe* they took the top 5 nominations from fans and chose from them? TBH I don't know who else was nominated...but I agree that from a purely critical perspective, that wouldn't be the first choice. Also bc these awards are implying that these are the best actors in television right now, which is not the case (for either, tbf). As you say, if RP was a contender, IMO she should edge it out even over Chandu, as much as I love her. RP is a powerhouse of talent, and her role as Anupama is really quite something.
But I imagine it has more to do with whose PR is stronger, and I don't think RP's is as strong as SC's, and SM's isn't as strong as DD's.
(feel like I have to keep saying this but again not trying to take away from anyone's win...but yeah)