2 members of Karan Johar's household staff test positive for Covid-19, film-maker says will remain in self-isolation
In a statement on social media, he confirmed that family members and other staff are currently not showing any symptoms.
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Johar said that the building has been sterilised after Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) was informed about the same.
MUMBAI: Film-maker Karan Johar on Monday said that two members of his household staff have tested positive for COVID-19 and are currently under quarantine.
In a statement, Johar said that the building has been sterilised after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) was informed about the same.
"I'd like to inform you that two members of our household staff have tested positive for Covid-19. As soon as the symptoms were detected, they were put under quarantine in a section of our building. The BMC was informed immediately, and the building has been fumigated and sterilised by them as per the norms," he said.
The film-maker said that the family members and other staff are currently not showing any symptoms but have taken swab test, the result of which was negative.
"But will remain in self-isolation for the next 14 days for the safety of everyone around us. We stand by our commitment to safeguard everyone and have ensured that all measures prescribed by the authorities have been strictly adhered to.
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Karan Johar with his family. "We will also ensure that the best treatment and care is provided to them during the illness, and we're sure that they will be fighting fit soon. These are difficult times but by staying in our homes and taking the right precautions, there is no doubt in my mind that we can defeat this virus. Stay home everyone and stay safe," he added.
As of Monday, Maharashtra reported 2,436 new COVID-19 cases and 60 deaths, taking case count to 52,667 and fatalities to 1,695.
Karan Johar Turns 46: Wearing More Than Just The Director's Hat
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Karan Johar has proved his directorial merit with some of the big banners in the Indian film industry.
After the massive success of his directorial debut 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' (1998), he became one of Bollywood's most high-profile directors. His success and popularity has made him a well-known personality worldwide. Recently, he was invited at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos as a 'cultural leader' to share his views on the 'Weaponisation Of Culture'.
As KJo turns 46, here's a look at all the roles he has played in his life:
Karan Johar has proved his directorial merit with some of the big banners in the Indian film industry.
After the massive success of his directorial debut 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' (1998), he became one o..
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Karan Johar has never shied away from showing his affection to mum Hiroo, who is the sister of fimmakers Yash Chopra and BR Chopra.
While he calls his mother his 'world', his surrogate twins - Yash and Roohi - are his 'world 2.0'. The director, who became a father in March last year, named his kids after his parents.
Among his close friends from the indutry are Shah Rukh Khan, Aditya Chopra, Rani Mukerji and Kajol.
Karan Johar has never shied away from showing his affection to mum Hiroo, who is the sister of fimmakers Yash Chopra and BR Chopra.
While he calls his mother his 'world', his surrogate twins - Yash ..
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When not in the director's chair, Johar has been seen in front of the camera as well. He was first seen as Shah Rukh Khan's best friend in Aditya Chopra's 'Dilwale Dhulania Le Jayenge' (1995). Later, he also did a cameo in 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', 'Om Shanti Om', 'Fashion' and 'Luck By Chance'.
He debuted as a villain in Anurag Kashyap's 'Bombay Velvet' in 2015. The director-cum-actor was recently seen in 'Welcome To New York' (2018) in a double role for the first time.
He also appeared on the small screen as a host and judge of various reality shows. He is known for his popular chat show 'Koffee with Karan', which has aired over 100 episodes so far.
When not in the director's chair, Johar has been seen in front of the camera as well. He was first seen as Shah Rukh Khan's best friend in Aditya Chopra's 'Dilwale Dhulania Le Jayenge' (1995). Later,..
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KJo is a fashionista in his own right, and has designed costumes in many movies. He also styled Shah Rukh Khan in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', 'Dil To Pagal Hai' and 'Veer-Zaara', among others.
KJo is a fashionista in his own right, and has designed costumes in many movies. He also styled Shah Rukh Khan in 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', 'Dil To Pagal Hai' and 'Veer-Zaara', among others.
After his father passed away in 2004, the director-turned-producer took the baton to lead Dharma Productions. Some of the major successes under the Dharma banner include 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', 'Dostana', 'I Hate Luv Storys', 'Agneepath', 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani', '2 States', 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania', 'Kapoor & Sons'.
After two releases this year - 'Ittefaq' and 'Raazi' - KJo is preparing for 'Drive' that releases in September later this year.
After his father passed away in 2004, the director-turned-producer took the baton to lead Dharma Productions. Some of the major successes under the Dharma banner include 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', 'Dostana', '..
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