After much deliberation, considering the many possible contenders for each category, Shahrukh Khan, Sonia Gandhi, LN Mittal and Ragvendra Singh Rathore were finally adjudged as the 'Sabse Tez' personalities of the year with regards to their unparalleled contribution in their fields of work and their continued pursuit of excellence.

The idea was to acknowledge personalities who best embody the values of what 'Sabse Tez' stands for i.e.: leadership, integrity and unrivalled commitment to purpose.

Politics: Sonia Gandhi
Other Nominees: LK Advani, Manmohan Singh

Films: Shahrukh Khan
Other Nominees: Mallika Sherawat, Sandeep Samant

Business: LN Mittal
Other Nominees: Kiran Shaw Majumdar, Ratan Tata

Sports: Ragvendra Singh Rathore
Other Nominees: Anil Kumble, Sachin Tendulkar