Popular Telugu actor and politician K Chiranjeevi on Monday said he had tested positive for coronavirus. "Took a test for Covid-19 before resuming period drama 'Acharya' film's shoot as a protocol and unfortunately tested positive," added Chiranjeevi.

The Praja Rajyam party founder and former central minister said he was though asymptomatic at present.  The 65-year-old actor was in self-quarantine at his home in Hyderabad.

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"Request all those who met me in the last few days to also undergo Covid tests. Will update on my recovery soon," he added.