New Delhi: TV heartthrob Parth Samthaan took to social media to reveal that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The actor, who is currently seen as Anurag Basu in Star Plus’ ‘Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2’, said that he has self-quarantined himself. He also said that he decided to get a test after he developed mild symptoms.


Parth urged the people, who have been in direct contact with him, to undergo a COVID-19 test. He thanked BMC for their support in his post on Instagram.

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“Hi everyone , I had mild symptoms and got myself tested. And yes I have been tested Positive for Covid 19 ...hence I would urge and request everyone whose been with me in close proximity over the last few days please go and get yourself tested . The Bmc has regularly been in touch and with the doctors guidance I am in self quarantine and I am grateful to them for all their support . Please be safe and take care,” Parth wrote while sharing a picture. Check it out!



Hina Khan, who played the role of Komolika in 'Kasautii 2', dropped a comment on the post. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' actress wished Parth a speedy recovery. She wrote, "You will be fine my friend.. Godspeed!
I am just a few buildings away."

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Balaji Telefilms issued a statement on social media after Parth tested positive for the novel Coronavirus.

"We would like to inform various stakeholders that one of our talent from the show Kasautii Zindagii Kay has tested positive for COVID-19 and is now receiving medical attention. Our first priority is to help protect our talent, production crew and employees. We are taking all the precautions detailed in the guideline," the statement read.



Get well soon Parth!