Chiranjeevi on Monday revealed that he has tested positive for COVID-19. On Tuesday, Pawan Kalyan issued a statement through Jana Sena Party wishing his brother a quick recovery from the infection.

"Chiranjeevi garu has been observing coronavirus-related precautions since the lockdown began. He has been undertaking charity activities to help the needy. He has also made awareness videos to spread caution against coronavirus. When 'annayya' tested positive, we were disappointed. He has not been showing any symptoms. But the test result came back positive," the 'Vakeel Saab' actor said.

He exuded optimism about scientists working on coming out with a covid vaccine. "I sincerely hope that the efforts lead to positive results and we will have a vaccine soon," the actor-politician wrote.