Indian film megastar Amitabh Bachchan has announced that he has tested positive for Coronavirus.
The actor took to his Twitter handle to make the announcement, revealing that his family members and those who were in contact with him for the past 10 days are also undergoing tests – to ensure the virus hasn’t been transmitted to them.
T 3590 -I have tested CoviD positive .. shifted to Hospital .. hospital informing authorities .. family and staff undergone tests , results awaited ..
All that have been in close proximity to me in the last 10 days are requested to please get themselves tested !— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) July 11, 2020
A few minutes after Big B’s announcement, his actor son Abhishek Bachchan also updated on his test report – revealing that he’s been tested positive for the virus as well.
The duo is presently complying with the authorities, while Jr. Bachchan has also requested his fans to stay calm and not panic, after hearing the news.
Earlier today both my father and I tested positive for COVID 19. Both of us having mild symptoms have been admitted to hospital. We have informed all the required authorities and our family and staff are all being tested. I request all to stay calm and not panic. Thank you. 🙏🏽
— Abhishek Bachchan (@juniorbachchan) July 11, 2020
Immediately after Big B’s revelation, thoughts and prayers have poured in from all quarters of the film industry and from his massive fan following on social media, who’re all keeping their fingers crossed for a safe recovery.
Mr. Bachchan has now been shifted to the Nanavati hospital for further treatment.
Despite multiple measures by the government, it seems the numbers are continuously rising and the claws of Coronavirus are still getting wider by the day.
Here’s hoping for a quick recovery of everyone who’s suffering from the disease across the nation!