Bollywood Star, Amitabh Bachchan Has Tested Positive For COVID-19

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The Bachchans are back, only this time with not so good news.

Amitabh Bachchan, one of India’s most icnoic actors tweeted that he had tested positive for the coronavirus. Soon after, his son, Abishek Bachchan also broke the same news to his fans. 

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

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

The 77 year-old requested everyone who was in close proximity with him to get themselves tested as well. 

Amitabh and former Miss World, Aishwarya Rai’s husband, Abhishek have been taken to Navanati Hospital in Mumbai after showing mild symptoms. Sources said that they were both in stable condition and are being well taken care of. 

Just minutes after tweeting, the father and son duo received tonnes of love and ‘get well soon’ messages from fellow stars and fans.

Wishing you both a speedy recovery Amitji and AB... sending you prayers and positive energy...🙏@SrBachchan @juniorbachchan

— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) July 11, 2020

Dear Amitabh ji, I join the whole Nation in wishing you a quick recovery!

After all, you are the idol of millions in this country, an iconic superstar!

We will all take good care of you. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!@SrBachchan @juniorbachchan #AmitabhBachchan #COVID https://t.co/NHeY7e2mjC pic.twitter.com/CsVKlvCJeG

— Dr Harsh Vardhan (@drharshvardhan) July 11, 2020

Get well soon my brother - @juniorbachchan - praying for the family’s well being and good health- love you man

— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) July 11, 2020

Wishing you the speediest recovery Amitji and Abhishek. Wishing the entire family the best of health. Much love. https://t.co/AOZTpju2lM

— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) July 11, 2020

Get well soon ab.. lots of love 💓

— Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamakapoor) July 11, 2020

Prayers... You’re a fighter & the personification of ‘Survivor’... FIGHT!!
Duas..🤲

— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) July 11, 2020

Dear Sir, Praying for speedy recovery.

— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) July 11, 2020

Get well soon buddy ... sending love and prayers to u & Amit uncle ... get bk home safe & healthy @juniorbachchan @SrBachchan

— Esha Deol (@Esha_Deol) July 11, 2020

Take care of yourself @juniorbachchan and get well soon. Praying for you and Amitji 🙏 Love you loads ❤️

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) July 11, 2020

Wish you a speedy recovery Bachchan saab 🙏🏽

— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) July 11, 2020

Wish you a speedy recovery Bachchan saab 🙏🏽

— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) July 11, 2020

We wish the family a speedy recovery. Meanwhile, we urge everyone to stay safe when you head out.

By: Piravina Ragunathan

Info via BBC + FirstPost