Following the announcement of the 70th National Film Awards, fans of Sai Pallavi expressed their disappointment on social media. They felt that Pallavi’s performance in ‘Gargi’ was more deserving of the Best Actress award, which went to Nithya Menen for ‘Thiruchitrambalam’. Pallavi’s fans argued that her role in ‘Gargi’ showcased a higher level of emotional depth.