"COVID Doesn't See Good Or Bad," Writes Rhea Chakraborty After Her Uncle's Death

The actress shared a heartfelt note on Instagram after she lost her uncle to COVID-19

The coronavirus pandemic has been rising at an unprecedented rate across the country, claiming lives and destroying families. As the country continues to witness a record number of cases and fatalities, several public figures have been sharing their experience with the dreaded virus. While actors such as Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif and Aamir Khan among others, have battled the virus in the past, many have also lost their dear ones to the infection. Actress Rhea Chakraborty is one among them. The actress lost her uncle to COVID-19 earlier this month. On Friday, the Jalebi star shared the unfortunate news with her social media followers, warning them to exercise caution and stay safe in these testing times. Sharing a photo of her uncle, Colonel Suresh Kumar, she wrote, "Col S Suresh Kumar VSM (Retd) 10.11.1968- 1.5.2021. A renowned orthopedic surgeon, a decorated officer, a loving father and a wonderful human being. Covid took you away, but your legacy continues...Suresh Uncle, you're a real life Hero! I salute you sir. R.I.P." Rhea further added, "I urge you all to please be home and stay safe. Covid doesn't see good or bad #letsuniteagainstcovid #stayhomestaysafe." Several colleagues and Bollywood personalities conveyed their condolences to Rhea. Reality television star and actor, Rannvijay Singha wrote, "RIP." Model Ujwala Raut and Maheep Kapoor too expressed their support by adding heart emoticons in the comment section.