Though some had welcomed his appeal over the concern of rising in cases, the others didn't receive it well as they had strongly criticized the actor by claiming that he had attacked the Hindu festival and culture.
In the wake of the sharp surge of cases, the Center has now announced that all persons aged between 45 and 59 years, irrespective of comorbidities, can receive the first shot of the vaccine from April 1.
The tournament had brought the legends and veteran cricketers back to the battle on the greenfield and the fans could have never imagined that the series would end with the possible cluster of COVID-19.
The development has come two weeks after he received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and when some of the celebrities are contracting the viral infection.
"I want to thank all the healthcare professionals who are supporting me and many others across the country. Take care all of you", the 47-year-old retired cricketer added.