11 May,2021 08:15 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Farhan Akhtar/picture courtesy: PR
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag actor Farhan Akhtar has been constantly doing his bit by donating to the Covid-19 warriors. Not only that, the actor, through the NGOs has also made sure to reach out with help as much as he can, by providing necessary facilities and kits to the much-needed corona-struck patients. On May 8, Farhan Akhtar, the 47-year-old actor, shared that he has taken a step forward to beat the deadly virus by getting vaccinated. Farhan, once again, was trolled mercilessly by the social media followers for getting vaccinated 'early.' Not only that, the troller stated him as a 'VIP Brat,' who used his 'status' to get vaccinated early.
Keeping up with the current situation, Farhan did not stay mum but replied with dignity. He also mentioned that the drive he selected to get vaccinated was the one for 45+ candidates. Here's what the tweet read:
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Besides Farhan, several other Bollywood celebrities have recently stepped out to get their doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Some of these celebrities include Sonakshi Sinha, Radhika Madan, Maanvi Gagroo, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza. The actors have been sharing the pictures on social media and encouraging their followers to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Speaking about his professional journey, Farhan will be next seen playing the role of a goon from Dongri who gets motivation and inspiration from his love, to become a national-level boxer in 'Toofan.' Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, this film marks the second collaboration for Akhtar and Mehra, previously they worked together in 2013 for Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.
The much-awaited movie features a stellar cast with Farhan in the lead, alongside Mrunal Thakur, Paresh Rawal, Supriya Pathak Kapur and Hussain Dalal. The film will premiere globally on Amazon Prime Video on May 21, 2021, across 240 countries and territories.
