October 3, 2020: Sharad Malhotra, who is currently seen playing the role of Veer in Ekta Kapoor's supernatural thriller Naagin 5, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

The actor has mild symptoms and is presently in medical supervision. He has been quarantined at his residence. His wife, Ripci Bhatia, has tested negative for the novel coronavirus.

After testing coronavirus positive, Sharad Malhotra said in a statement, "They say if you stay positive good things and people will be drawn to you. Damn! Took this line too seriously. Unfortunately I have tested positive for Covid-19, with mild symptoms and thankfully my wife has tested negative and continues to follow all precautionary measures. I am in home quarantine, under strict medical supervision, so please keep me in your prayers and I promise to bounce back sooner and stronger."