Shabana Azmi Health Update: Actress Advised Isolation After Swine Flu Diagnosis - Read Statement

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Azmi, who had joined the student protest and Chalo Sansad march at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, has been diagnosed with swine flu. After reports of her missing the Mumbai protest due to the health scare went viral, she took to social media to share a health update. The Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani actress confirmed that she had contracted H1N1 and has been advised to remain in isolation for five days. She also expressed her solidarity with those who attended the peaceful protest at Dadar and dedicated her father Kaifi Azmi's poem Naujawan to them.

Shabana Azmi Shares Health Update After Being Down With Swine Flu

Sharing a picture from the protest, Shabana wrote, "My dear Mumbaikars, I was meant to join your protest yesterday, but I’ve come down with H1N1 and need to remain in isolation for the next five days. Even so, I want to express my solidarity and appreciation."Azmi shared that she was receiving first-hand reports from young people on the ground, many of whom had participated in a protest for the first time and experienced the impact of their voices. "I continue to be inspired by your courage and commitment and stand by you in solidarity," she added and shared her father Kaifi Azmi’s poem Naujwan for the youth.

During the protest at Jantar Mantar on Monday (July 20), Shabana Azmi faced a health scare. After the Delhi Police used tear gas to control the crowd at the site, the 75-year-old actress suffered an asthma attack. Viral videos showed her being rushed to a nearby building as she looked visibly unwell. She later revealed that she had felt dizzy and was not feeling well.She later told a publication, "I am an asthmatic and got an attack because of the tear gas, but I had my pump with me so I am okay now."

Shabana Azmi - Bollywood's Strong Voice In Support Of Students' Protest

Shabana has emerged as one of the prominent voices supporting the students' protest. The veteran actress not only expressed her views on social media but also joined the movement on the ground. Earlier this week, she was seen interacting with students and urging authorities to listen to their concerns. Her presence at the protest and vocal support for the students have been lauded by netizens. Earlier, videos from Jantar Mantar showed the 75-year-old actress reciting her father's poems and encouraging the young protesters.