Mehndi Hai Rachne Waali: Shoot stalled as actors and crew members test positive

Coronavirus has become a problem in Maharashtra all over again as the state has been witnessing increasing number of cases. And now, reports about television actors testing positive seems to be coming in yet again as on Thursday morning, actors and crew members of Mehndi Hai Rachne Waali tested positive. 

The show is currently being shot in Kolhapur and as it turns out, this was the maximum number of cases on the sets of a show. The leads along with other actors have tested negative and the shoot was stalled for Wednesday and Thursday. Reports in The Times of India suggest that the shoot is likely to resume from Friday.

The producer of the show, Sandiip Sikcand confirmed actors and crew members testing positive on the show and mentioned that they are asymptomatic. He added that everyone is receving medical attention and are under quarantine while the KMC will take care of fumigation and sterilization on sets as per protocol. He said that they are in touch with the team and their health is a priority and will ensure safety while also adhering to the measured prescribe.

The show features Shivangi Khedkar and Sai Ketan Rao in the lead roles and is based on Telugu show Gorintaku.