Like many TV celebs, TV actor-comedian Ali Asgar also did his bit amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Though it was nothing to do with the monetary aspect, the actor took the responsibility of giving relief to the doctors and the hospital staff by putting his comic talent to use. Expressing being glad to do his bit, the actor explained why he never mentioned it. He considered this act as his contribution towards the nation, and saluted the frontline workers for their efforts.
As reported in Hindustan Times, he said, “I have been doing what I can since last year and I have been taught not to mention when you help someone. Iss haath se do toh doosre haath ko bhi pata na chale!” Adding further he narrated that he was called at Sion hospital when he entertained the interns, doctors, nurses and other health workers. “At Sion hospital (in Mumbai), I was approached to host young interns, doctors, nurses and other health workers. I was happy to perform in their auditorium at a program for the new entrants. Other doctors sang songs, the dean gave a motivational speech about changing times and pressure on medical fraternity,” added Ali.
Explaining how doctors who are working round the clock in this pandemic, don’t have any stress relieving outlet and hence the actor felt his act was a contribution towards them.
“I felt like it was my contribution during this pandemic. I did something for my country as everything else is for one’s self. Doctors don’t have any stress reliving outlet as they are working non-stop helping people, away from their families and not to mention feeling overwhelmed due to the situation,” shared Ali. ALSO READ: Ali Asgar Meets With An Accident; Thanks Mumbai Police For Swift Service
Speaking about Ramadan month and EID once again to be celebrated during the lockdown like in 2020 he said, “This is second Eid in a row under lockdown. It seems like life has come to standstill. At least, last year, there was hope and we didn’t know about the second or third wave. But now it’s getting scary and there seems no light at the end of this tunnel! Coronavirus is here to stay and unfortunately, our near and dear ones are dying but we can’t seem to do much. It is so sad and scary. Ab toh yeh halat hai ke aaj hum bach gaye, aaj ka din nikal gaya. Every day there are new things we learn new medical lingo and stuff about the virus.”
Ali Asgar tries to keep his family entertained at home; he also shot for a web series in Indore amidst the pandemic. ALSO READ: Akbar Ka Bal Birbal: Ali Asgar Says, 'Show Ka Chalna Zyada Zaroori Hai, Mera Ya Vishal Ka Chalna Nahi'- EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
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