Celebrity couple, Virat Kohli and his wife, actor Anushka Sharma yesterday announced their decision to donate 2 crore (US$ 270,000 approx.) towards a fundraising campaign to aid India's Covid-19 relief." Things have been very tough for India, as we fight the pandemic, and it really pains us to see our country suffer like this," Kohli and Sharma said in a video posted on their social-media channels. "We are grateful to all the people who have been fighting for us day and night. Their dedication is appreciated. But, now, they need our support and we must stand by their side. So, Anushka and I have started a fundraiser on Ketto, with the funds going towards ACT Grants. And we request you all to join this initiative and donate. Every little bit makes a difference.
Now, in less than 24 hours, their COVID 19 relief fundraiser managed to collect over Rs 3.6 Crore and both Anushka and Virat were left overwhelmed by it. The couple took to social media to urge all to keep going in supporting them in the battle against COVID 19 second wave. Many other celebs also have come forward to help amid the COVID 19 crisis in India. Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas also started a global fundraiser to boost the medical infrastructure amid COVID 19 second wave in India. Karan Johar, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon and more are also hosting a live fundraiser this weekend to raise funds to support the country amid COVID 19 battle.