Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan has tested positive for corona virus.

Bachchan, 77 broke the news to his followers and fans on twitter.

"I have tested CoviD positive .. shifted to Hospital .. hospital informing authorities .. family and staff undergone tests , results awaited .. All that have been in close proximity to me in the last 10 days are requested to please get themselves tested "he posted.

His son who is also a Bollywood star Abhishek, daughter-in-law Aishwarya and granddaughter Aaradhya have also tested positive.

However, other members of the Bachchan family have returned negative for coronavirus according to reports by local media outlets.

Bachchan Snr also known and Big B has taken part in several hit movies such as Zanjeer and Sholay.

Authorities in Mumbai were forced to put up banners outside the actor's house in the city, classifying it as a "containment zone".

India's health minister Harsh Vardhan was among the first people to wish the family a quick recovery.

"Dear Amitabh ji, I join the whole Nation in wishing you a quick recovery! After all, you are the idol of millions in this country, an iconic superstar! We will all take good care of you. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!"  Harsh Vardhan.

"Get well soon sir," the actor Paresh Rawal tweeted. "Praying for your speedy recovery Sir. Love and prayers," posted  Bollywood leading man Akshay Kumar.