Says a Sony source, "In fact both the kids just won over everyone with their down-to-earth nature. Everyone from the audience to the contestants to the judges just kept looking at Ranbir and Sonam affectionately all the while that they were there."
Hostess Mona Singh's mother who was on the sets turned out to be Sonam's biggest fan. She rushed to the girl hugged her tight and showered her with kisses, much to the embarrassment of Mona.
One of the high points of the show was Ranbir emerging from the green room just long enough to touch judge Jeetendra's feet.
Jeetendra and Ranbir's father Rishi Kapoor have been close friends for decades.
Says the Sony source, "Just before his dance performance Ranbir slipped out and rushed to touch Jeetendra's feet. He also greeted the other two judges Urmila and Shiamak Davar with lots of affection.
Then Ranbir took to to the floor to dance to the Saawariya title song. He took the lead and Sonam joined him a little later. Their dancing brought the house down. We've seldom seen such warmth coming from out guests before."
Says Ranbir, "I love these interactive shows where one gets to be in the midst of people from various walks of life. It gives me a chance to know where I stand with the audience. I also love to dance," he adds.