Will Sanjaya win American Idol?

Question

Could his sister be the reason he will win?

Answer 1

No he just got busted for drugs. Watch the news more.

Answer 2

I would certainly hope not but with all these CRAZY people following the vote for the worst sites, he might. He has not been in the bottom 3 yet. I would be interested in seeing how far up the line he is.

I just read the article below on this issue:
Since 28 million people watch American Idol, most know about or have heard about Sanjaya. Sanjaya Malakar is the 17 year old contestant on American Idol who has persevered on charm, cuteness, and a unique connection to the tween demographic. But, and I say this with a very pronounced “but”, very little singing talent. Honestly, he is better than most, but clearly out of his league when it comes to professinal talent and the talent of the other contestants on American Idol.

Since this is the case there has been quite a bit of controversy surrounding the show with many questions and allegations. Why is he still on the show? Does it have anything to do with satellite radio host Howard Stern and the support he asked his listeners to throw Sanjaya’s way…as a joke???? Is it the website votefortheworst.com and their revengeful attack to destroy the show? Is is India’s secret ambition to destroy America and an ingenious effort to organize the hoard of Indian telemarketers with a call-in voting campaign? Or is it the sympathetic vote and America’s tendacy to root for the underdog?

Believe it or not! These are all internet and gossip circle theories and conspiracies floating around today. I personally don’t know why Sanjaya is still on the show. Is he the best singer? No. But if the nature of the show is based on the contestants with the most votes stay on the show, that’s it. Good or bad. Favored or unfoavored. It doesn’t matter. That’s the way it works. But, it appears many don’t like that or agree with that and since Sanjaya is not their pick he is getting a beat down. It appears Sanjaya is going through American Hurt, not the American Idol.

Could you imagine being featured on a website called votefortheworst.com? Featured because they want to humiliate the producers of American Idol with your poor talents and abilities. Could you imagine being 17 years old and the blunt of a national radio talk show host, national gossip magazines, newspapers and TV shows? Could you imagine being talked about? laughed at? made fun of and put down? Some have even blamed Sanjaya for the drop in ratings the show has experienced? Tens of thousands have picked Sanjaya Malakar as the bullseye in their crosshairs AND THEY DON’T EVEN KNOW HIM. I could not even begin to imagine what this kid has gone through and what he is feeling!

On a smaller scale, does this sound familiar? Have you ever been the object of workplace gossip? Did a lie or rumor ever get started about you? Have you ever felt rejected or like an outcast when you moved to a new school, started a new job, moved to a new community or joined a new family or church? Did you think to yourself, “they don’t even know me. If they took the time to know me I could be their best friend”? Have you ever been dissapointed, let down or stabbed in the back by anyone? Maybe you too know the American Hurt? A beating down without explanation or apology.

As a Christian, I am reminded that God spoke about this very thing. “The entire law is summed up in a single command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’ (Galatians 5:14 NIV).” You know…the whole “golden rule” thing. Many people would rather put down than lift up, but God expects a different atttitude. If most Americans want to vote for Sanjaya, be my guest. He seems like a nice young man with a zeal for life. He has courage and tenacity and stands in the face of criticism. He is quite mature for his age. Yet the masses who are striking out at this kid because others have kept him on the show, obviously have no heart. It is my prayer that as Christians we will reach down and lift up those who are beaten down and rejected. That we will stand side-by-side with those who are courageously facing the attacks of this world. That we will share the victory Jesus has to offer, without judgement or criticism, but love and celebration for the person. For those I have subjected to the American Hurt…I am sorry. Now I would like to introduce you to the Christian Experience…Unconditional Love. John 3:16.

Good luck Sanjaya Malakar. Let’s turn the hurt into happiness! (Editor’ note: Sanjaya does have those who have shown him the love. His Fan Club!)

Be Happy!

Bryan

Answer 3

to tell you the truth, i'm not sure. i think that the only reason people keep voting for him is as a joke. they're making a ridicule of the show. i don't think they actually think he is that talented.

but who knows? he may end up winning! if the rest of america wants to keep dragging on the joke, then he just might win! i heard that simon said he wouldn't come to American Idol if he wins though..so i'm not sure.

we'll have to wait and see!

Answer 4

He very well might! there is more to celebrity than talent, just ask Zsa Zsa Gabor! But actually after hearing him sing in Spanish I was really surprised. I think what he needs is a little more coaching and development and he will go exceptionally far.

Answer 5

No, I don't think it's possible. I hope not anyway. I wish you would have elaborated on the sister being the reason he'd win a little more. And did he really get busted?

Answer 6

I don't think he'll win the whole thing but I think he'll be some type of star for a while after this.

His hair is too fantastic and his confidence is too staggering for that not to happen.

Answer 7

No, he seems like a huge gimmick, yet he is loved by America because he is one. His cult following will be remembered, but he wont become the American Idol

Answer 8

I certainly hope not. He doesn't deserve to win and he doesn't deserve to move on in the competition. I don't think his sister isn't the REAL reason that he is continuing in the competition. Maybe partially the reason.

Answer 9

Omgsh! I sure hope not!! This is not a popularity contest, its a singing competion and personally if he wins, I will stop watching it. I dont even see why people think he is cute?! How the heck is he still on???:

Answer 10

He will be victorious!! Sanjaya means "victory" in sanskrit, so it is already written in his future.

Answer 11

sanjaya can be the american clown, not idol