Akshay Kumar tests positive for Covid-19, currently under home quarantine (Read Tweet)

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar took to Twitter to announce to his fans that he has tested positive for Coronavirus and has been isolating himself, read his tweet

Action hero Akshay Kumar is the latest Bollywood celebrity to have contracted COVID-19. On Sunday (April 04) morning, Akshay took to Twitter and tweeted that he tested positive for the coronavirus this morning. 

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 joins the list of Bollywood stars who tested positive recently, including Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Paresh Rawal, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor among others.

Last month, Akshay Kumar was in Ayodhya shooting for his upcoming film Ram Setu. He also met UP CM Yogi Adityanath during his visit.