BOMBAY TIMES (March 18, 2020)

Amid the Coronavirus outbreak, Dilip Kumar took to Twitter on Monday to reveal that he is under self-quarantine and safe. The 97-year-old actor, who was recently discharged from the hospital following backaches, said, “I am under complete isolation and quarantine due to the coronavirus outbreak. Saira Banu has left nothing to chance, ensuring I do not catch any infection.”

The veteran actor also urged people to stop the spread of the virus by staying indoors. “I appeal to all of you to protect yourself and others by staying indoors as much as possible. The coronavirus outbreak transcends all boundaries and borders,” he tweeted. “Follow guidelines issued by health departments, protect yourself and others by limiting your exposure to others,” he added.