Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar have hailed PM Modi’s ‘Janata Curfew’ initiative. (Photo: Ajay Devgn/Akshay Kumar/Instagram)
Every day new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases are being reported from across the globe. In India, the number of confirmed cases has climbed up to 169.
The entertainment industry is also hit by the pandemic. International celebrities like Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson, Idris Elba, Olga Kurylenko and Kristofer Hivju have been tested positive for coronavirus and are undergoing treatment. Bollywood stars are also taking preventive measures. Veteran actor Dilip Kumar is in complete isolation amid the coronavirus outbreak. Amitabh Bachchan, Anushka Sharma, Deepika Padukone and many others are educating fans on how they can keep themselves safe.
Several film production companies have cancelled the shoot of their upcoming projects. The Batman, Jurassic World: Dominion, Laal Singh Chaddha and Jersey are among the affected films. Also, the release of big-ticket films like No Time To Die, Mulan and Sooryavanshi has been postponed.
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The shoot of TV shows and web series have also been put on hold until March 31. JD Majethia, the chairman of TV-wing-IFTPC (Indian Film and Television Producers Council), told indianexpress.com, “We will shoot till Wednesday. So this week, and maybe for a few, it will be a couple of more episodes. Then the obvious choice is to rerun, but it will be interesting to twist and look at this as an opportunity to break the competition. For viewers too, it is a time to experiment and sample other channels’ successful shows, which they might have missed due to loyalty towards their favourites on the same time slot.”
"Have written against many govt moves but this was a speech by the PM that http://delivered.It staves of panic without undermining the gravity of the situation.Applauding those providing essential services will also make us feel more united during this pandemic. #jantacurfew," tweeted Twinkle Khanna.
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Ajay Devgn tweeted, "Fellow Indians, Namaskar Folded hands A short while ago, Our PM Saab, Modiji, requested all of us to show resolve & restraint in the face of COVID-19. Please also adhere to the Janta Curfew on 22nd March by staying home. Stay Safe Folded hands
@PMOIndia @narendramodi#JantaCurfew," Ajay Devgn tweeted.
"An excellent initiative by PM @narendramodi ji...this Sunday, March 22 from 7 am to 9 pm let’s all join in the #JantaCurfew and show the world we are together in this. #SocialDistancing," Akshay Kumar tweeted.
Sanjay Dutt tweeted, "Thank You @narendramodi ji for such a reassuring speech. Let's all pledge to adhere to the Janta Curfew on 22nd March, express appreciation for 5 mins at 5 pm for all those who are working day & night for our safety. Stay home to stay safe & take all the necessary precautions!"
Varun Dhawan tweeted to show support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Janata Curfew' initiative. He tweeted, "I will take part in the #jantacurfew on March 22 nd and at 5 in the evening will show my support to our selfless heroes fighting this virus. This is a time to be one and practise #SocialDistancing. Let’s follow our prime ministers appeal. #BeSafe."
"The problem is we all have gone a bit too crazy. I saw somebody sprinkling sanitizers on their faces. And others are discriminating without cause. Dare anyone sneeze or cough now ... Be careful of extremities. And dont be hateful please. We all in this together," tweeted the actor.