Actor Abhishek Bachchan has also been tested positive for COVID-19 after his father Amitabh Bachchan confirmed being diagnosed with coronavirus. They were admitted to Nanavati Hospital on Saturday. The test results of the rest of the family are awaited. Abhishek took to Twitter to share the news. He wrote, "Earlier today both my father and I tested positive for COVID 19. Both of us having mild symptoms have been admitted to the 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."
In another tweet, Abhishek said: "The BMC has been in touch and we are complying with them."
Members of the film fraternity didn't take much time to post get well soon messages for Junior Bachchan.
Actress Sonam Kapoor wished Abhishek speedy recovery on Twitter, saying: "Get well soon ab.. lots of love."
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"Get well soon Abhishek ! Prayers and wishing a speedy recovery!" Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan tweeted.
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"Take care bro @juniorbachchan our prayers are with you and your family," music composer Salim Merchant said in a tweet.
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"@juniorbachchan get well soon.. sending you and sir @SrBachchan heaps of love and energy," actress Neha Dhupia tweeted.
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"Get well soon buddy ... sending love and prayers to u & Amit uncle ... get bk home safe & healthy @juniorbachchan @SrBachchan," actress Esha Deol said on Twitter.
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"Love You Lots Bro @juniorbachchan. Praying for your speedy recovery Heal Soon. We are always there for you #AbhishekBachchan," celebrity photographer Dabboo Ratnani.