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Kiran Rao Battles Chikungunya, Urges Precautions Amid Recovery

Filmmaker Kiran Rao has publicly announced that she is recovering from chikungunya, a mosquito-borne viral illness. She shared her experience on Instagram, emphasizing the severity of symptoms like fever and joint pain while trying to maintain a positive outlook. Rao urged her followers to take necessary precautions against the disease. The news comes as her recent directorial venture, 'Laapataa Ladies,' has been selected as India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the upcoming Academy Awards.

Key Points: Kiran Rao Diagnosed with Chikungunya, Shares Health Update

  • Kiran Rao shares chikungunya diagnosis on Instagram
  • Highlights severe joint pain and fever
  • Advises public to take all precautions
  • Is recuperating at home with her cat
  • Her film Laapataa Ladies is India's Oscar entry
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Kiran Rao down with chikungunya: Taking it slow

Filmmaker Kiran Rao reveals she has chikungunya, details her symptoms and recovery while urging others to take precautions against the mosquito-borne virus.

"Taking it slow, admiring my friends' cards, and catching up on my reading - when I can hold up the book! - Kiran Rao"

Mumbai, Feb 17

Filmmaker Kiran Rao has shared that she is down with chikungunya and is currently recuperating at home, while urging people to take necessary precautions.

Kiran took to her Instagram stories section, where she shared a picture of herself lying down with her cat beside her.

Sharing a health update on social media, Rao wrote, "Ok folks, I now have chikungunya. And yes, Miri is an excellent paramedic, timely monitoring her mamma's fever."

She also shared a picture of a book, thermometer and a card kept next to her.

Despite the illness, the filmmaker said she is trying to stay positive and take things slow. She also highlighted the severity of the symptoms.

Kiran wrote: "Taking it slow, admiring my friends' cards, and catching up on my reading - when I can hold up the book! "I know you know this but the joint pain is so TAKE ALL PRECAUTIONS!"

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans through by mosquitoes infected with the chikungunya virus. The most common symptom is fever, along with joint pain.

Kiran, who is the former wife of superstar Aamir Khan, started her career as the assistant director in the epic film Lagaan directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, whom she also assisted later on Swades: We, the People.

Before Lagaan, she had also done a minute-long role in the 2001 hit film Dil Chahta Hai. She also worked as second assistant director with Academy Award-nominated director Mira Nair on the indie hit Monsoon Wedding.

She scripted and directed the film Dhobi Ghat, which was released in January 2011 under Aamir Khan Productions. She also sang a Marathi song 'Toofan Aalaya', the Satyamev Jayate Water Cup Anthem.

Her film Laapataa Ladies was selected as the Indian entry for the Best International Feature Film for the 97th Academy Awards.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Wishing her a speedy recovery. It's good to see public figures use their platform to spread awareness about such diseases. More municipalities need to focus on fogging and clearing stagnant water.
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Aman W
Respectfully, while I wish her well, it's a bit ironic. Celebrities get the best care at home. For the common person in a chawl or village, chikungunya can mean lost wages and a huge struggle. The focus should be on public health infrastructure.
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Sarah B
Her cat Miri as a paramedic is so cute! 😻 On a serious note, her positive attitude while being unwell is inspiring. Taking it slow and reading is good advice for anyone recovering.
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Vikram M
My mother had it last year. The post-viral weakness and joint pain lasted for months. It's a serious issue. Hope she recovers fully soon. More power to her for making Laapataa Ladies!
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Kavya N
Such a talented filmmaker. Dhobi Ghat is an underrated gem. Health comes first though. Rest well, ma'am. And yes, everyone, use mosquito nets and repellents!

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