Updated On: 14 May, 2022 09:24 PM IST | mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The actor took to Twitter to confirm the news

Akshay Kumar/AFP
Akshay Kumar took to Twitter to announce that he has tested positive for Covid-19. The actor, who was set to attend the Cannes Film Festival 2022 in France, will now skip the event.
Akshay Kumar tweeted, ``Was really looking forward to rooting for our cinema at the India Pavilion at #Cannes2022, but have sadly tested positive for Covid. Will rest it out. Loads of best wishes to you and your entire team,@ianuragthakur. Will really miss being there.``