Actor Akshay Kumar hospitalised after testing positive for COVID-19

Akshay Kumar was in Ayodhya shooting for his upcoming film Ram Setu.

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April 05, 2021 / 10:37 IST

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Actor Akshay Kumar on April 5 has announced that as a precautionary measure under medical advice, he has been hospitalised.

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— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 5, 2021

Akshay Kumar tested positive for COVID-19. The Bollywood actor joins the list of celebrities who tested positive for COVID-19 recently, including Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Aamir Khan, etc.

Kumar took to microblogging site Twitter to announce the news. "I wish to inform everyone that, earlier this morning, I have tested positive for COVID-19. Following all protocols, I have immediately isolated myself. I'm 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,” the Bollywood actor said.

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