Originally posted by nikitagmc
Interesting arguments here.
Dhanush is said to have done a splendid job in Raanjhanaa despite the language barrier and that is indeed commendable. But like Nisha pointed out, I think nominating Dhanush for Best Debutant would be a step down and disrespectful of the number of years of experience he has. I am sure that being a National Award winner his performance would be brilliant to put him directly into the category of Best Actor. If tomorrow Amitabh Bachchan does a Tamil film, would he be nominated for Best Debutant? That would be laughable! Sonam Kapoor is also making a foray in Tamil films with Raanjhana's Tamil version Ambikapathy. Doubtful if she will be be nominated for Best Debutante! Interesting fact brought out that all southern film heroines get nominated for debut awards but not the male actors.
I say, if Dhanush's performance is as splendid as being said, then he deserves a best actor nomination. It would be unfair to him that he will be put into the same category with newcomers when he can teach them a lesson or two.
On side note: Most heroines in southern films are north Indians and hardly know the language when they start out.
To say Dhanush deserves winning over Sushant even before watching his performance is also an early judgement. The reports are in his favour but we all can have our individual favourites.
Anyway, at the time of awards may the best man win. Sushant is not out of the race and has equal chance of winning as others will in the category. Till then *fingers-crossed*
ETA: If Dhanush is nominated and more deserving to win, then let the award be his. Sushant will be a deserving nominee in the category and that matters.
Edited by bonnefille - 10 years ago