Actor Akshay Kumar has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The Laxmii Bomb star took to Twitter to share health update with his fans. In a tweet, he wrote: "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'm under home quarantine and have sought necessary medical care." In his tweet, Akshay Kumar added: "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 Kumar was in Ayodhya shooting for his upcoming film Ram Setu. Ram Setu also features Nushrratt Bharuccha, and is directed by Abhishek Sharma. The film’s unit had earlier performed the Muhurat shot in Ayodhya. Akshay will be essaying the role of an archaeologist in the film. Akshay Kumar also has Aanand L Rai’s Atrangi Re, Farhad Samji’s Bachchan Pandey, Rohit Shetty’s Sooryavanshi and Ranjit Tiwari’s Bell Bottom in the pipeline.