Strictly Come Dancing Fans Rally to Defend Balvinder Sopal Against Unwarranted Criticism
Balvinder Sopal, known for her role in EastEnders, faced criticism from judges during her recent performance on Strictly Come Dancing. Partnered with Julian Caillon, the duo participated in the annual Movie Week special on October 11. Despite their impressive Charleston performance in the previous week, the feedback from judge Shirley Ballas left many fans outraged.
Criticism Sparks Fan Support for Balvinder Sopal
During their latest performance, Balvinder and Julian danced a foxtrot to “The Way You Look Tonight,” a classic by Frank Sinatra. The judges awarded them a score of 26, which was lower than expectations. While Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse both scored them a seven, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke rated their dance a six.
Fans React to Judge’s Remarks
Shirley’s critique included a stark comment about Balvinder’s footwork. She stated, “The footwork for me was by no means very good,” prompting boos from the live audience. This comment, considered by many to be harsh, ignited a wave of support from viewers on social media.
- @itsamy.xo expressed that Balvinder was “hugely underscored” and noted the emotional impact of her performance.
- @bal_sopal_fans highlighted Balvinder’s elegance, stating she looked like a princess.
- @len4espam commented on the delivery of criticism, emphasizing the importance of constructive feedback.
- @timmyfabulous declared the routine one of his favorites, questioning the judges’ assessments.
- @__janemartin__ praised Balvinder’s performance and labeled it a masterclass in elegance.
- @lucymaygoodwin criticized Shirley’s tone and scoring, calling it “odd behavior.”
- @strictlyxtweets remarked that the critique received by Balvinder was “too harsh” in comparison to others.
This wave of support illustrates the passionate engagement of Strictly Come Dancing fans. They rallied behind Balvinder Sopal, defending her talent and performance amid unwarranted criticism from the judges.
