Navya Swamy, the South Indian actress known for her work in South Indian films and television, has tested positive for COVID-19. Speaking to the Times of India, she said, "Yes, I've tested positive for COVID-19. I got my reports yesterday and the first thing I did was stop shooting. I don't want to be a carrier."

She was shooting for her television serial, Naa Peru Meenakshi. She also spoke about the symptoms and how she got herself tested. She said, "I just had mild headache and tiredness for about 3-4 days and got the test done on my doctor's advice. I'm currently under self quarantine in my room and I don't have any symptoms now. I'm fine and it is just any other day for me."