Pooja Hegde had tested positive for the novel coronavirus on April 25. She took to social media to inform the same to her fans. As her doctor's advice, Pooja Hegde quarantined herself at her home in Mumbai. Today (May 5), she took to Instagram to reveal that she has tested negative for the novel coronavirus. Pooja shared a smiling photo of herself and said that she is grateful for her fans and friends who wished her a speedy recovery and prayed for her.
Pooja Hegde wrote, "Thank you for all the love ya’ll have sent my way. I have recovered well, kicked stupid corona’s butt, and finally tested NEGATIVE! yeyy! All your wishes and healing energy seemed to have done it’s magic. Forever grateful. Stay safe out there (sic)." Manish Malhotra and Karan Johar took to Instagram comments to give her some love. When she tested positive, Pooja wrote, "Hello Everyone. This is to inform you all that I have tested positive for Covid-19. Following all the protocols I have isolated and home quarantined myself. I request all those who’ve come in contact with me recently to get tested too. Thank you for your love and support. I am currently recuperating well (sic).”