Can't decide on builder — someone help me

Okay I'll be honest — I completely underestimated how confusing this process is. I'm looking for a 2BHK around Sarjapur Road or Whitefield, budget ₹1.2Cr max. Everyone keeps pushing Prestige or Sobha, saying they're the best. But honestly, I'm hearing so many stories about their construction quality slipping lately. Plaster cracks, seepage issues after possession, even in newer projects. My friend bought a Brigade flat near Electronic City, got hit with huge hidden charges, extra maintenance deposits. And customer support post-booking? Zero. Is it just me, or are these 'premium' builders just names now? Are we paying for brand and getting the same issues as smaller ones? Everyone glorifies them, but nobody talks about the actual pain points. Change my mind.