Ashish Vidyarthi has tested positive for Covid-19 and he revealed the news through an Instagram video. The actor recorded a clip wherein he informed al that he would be checking himself into a hospital in Delhi, after he tested positive for the novel Coronavirus. The actor reassured his followers that he was doing well and had no symptoms. Ashish Vidyarthi captioned the video saying, "This is one positive I didn't want... I tested positive for Covid... Whoever has come in touch with me, please get yourself tested. Am symptom free as of now.. Trust shall be fine soon. Your wishes and love are invaluable. Alshukran Bandhu.. Alshukran Zindagi!"
In the video, he says, "I am now moving to a hospital here in Delhi. All well. I am good. Welcome to real life! Take care, thank you." He also urged people who came in contact with him in Mumbai, Varanasi and Delhi to get themselves checked as well.On Friday, actor Manoj Bajpayee also tested positive for COVID19. The actor is currently living under home quarantine and is on medication. A statement issued by the actor's team read: "Manoj Bajpayee has tested Covid positive after his director was infected with it. The shoot has stopped it will resume in a couple of months."Manoj was shooting for the film 'Despatch' which is produced by Ronnie Screwvala. Manoj Bajpayee is on medication and recovering well. He is in self-quarantine at home and following all precautions. We wish him for super recovery."