Mumbai: Actor Vicky Kaushal has informed his fans through social media that he is tested positive for Covid-19. His Instagram post with the health update came minutes after actress Bhumi Pednekar announced that she has tested positive for Covid-19.
Vicky informed that he is under home quarantine and taking prescribed medications. The actor also requested all those who came in contact with him recently to get themselves tested.
"In spite of all care and precautions, unfortunately, I have tested positive for Covid-19. Following all essential protocols, I am under home quarantine, taking medication as prescribed by my doctor. I request all those who came in contact with me to immediately get tested. Take care and stay safe," Vicky Kaushal shared in an Instagram post.
Minutes before this, Bhumi informed on social media that she has mild Covid symptoms and has isolated herself. Vicky and Bhumi were shooting for Mr Lele. The entire unit has stopped shooting.
Earlier on Monday, superstar Akshay Kumar had informed that he has been admitted to a hospital with Covid-19.
"Thank you, everyone, for all your warm wishes and prayers, they seem to be working. I am doing fine, but as a precautionary measure under medical advice, I have been hospitalised. I hope to be back soon," shared the actor in a social media post."
Bollywood actor Govinda and "Bandish Bandits" fame actor Ritwik Bhowmik had also informed that they have tested positive for the virus on Sunday.