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MUMBAI: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar shared on Sunday morning that he has tested positive for coronavirus.
He shared a post on Instagram which read, “I wish to inform everyone that, earlier this morning, I have tested positive for COVID-19. Following all the protocols, I have immediately isolated myself.”
“I am under home quarantine and have sought necessary medical care. I would sincerely request all those that have come in contact with me to get themselves tested and take care. Back in action very soon!” Akshay’s note read further.
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Akshay Kumar had been shooting for his upcoming film Ram Setu along with co-stars Nushrat Bharucha and Jacqueline Fernandez. Akshay plays an archaeologist in the highly-anticipated movie.
Apart from this, he also has Rohit Shetty’s cop action film Sooryavanshi and Aanand L Rai’s multi-starrer Atrange Re lined up for release.
Atrangi Re also features Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan in significant parts. The movie will likely see Akshay donning the cap of a magician.
Akshay will also be seen in Raksha Bandhan, Bell Bottom and the period drama Prithviraj. The actor is also said to feature in an Amazon Prime series, which had been announced a while ago.
Earlier Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has isolated herself and will be under home quarantine after she was diagnosed with coronavirus.
In her Instagram story, Alia said she has tested Covid-19 positive. “Hello all, I have tested positive for Covid-19. I have immediately isolated myself and will be under home quarantine.”
“I am following all safety protocols under the advice of my doctors. “Grateful for all your love and support. Please stay safe and take care,” Alia concluded
