“Don’t believe in ‘home’ test kits”, says Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi fame Erica Fernandes after testing positive for Covid-19

Mumbai: Erica Fernandes of 'Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi' fame and her mother tested Covid-19 positive, the actor has announced.

Taking to her social media handle, the 'Kasautii Zindagii Kay' actor posted, "When covid first hit us, I was more than paranoid about it but also knew that most of us are going to contract it sooner or later. Unfortunately, as of now, me along with my mom have tested positive."

The actor requested not to believe in home tests (covidself kit), as she did not get accurate results on them.

Erica shared her experience of using the covidself kit thrice and tested negative all three times.

"Mom n we have been facing congestion, cough, cold, severe body aches and fluctuating fever with occasional shivers," she added.

The actor has requested all the people who have come in contact with her last week to examine themselves and seek medical advice, in case they faced any symptoms.

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Many of her Industry friends and actors, including Hina Khan, Surbhi, Parth Samthaan, Arjun Bijlani and Suyyash Rai have dropped get well soon wishes for the actor and her mom. (UNI)