Varun Dhawan reminds us “The world has gone through this before”. See the photos of 1920

New Delhi:

Varun Dhawan on Tuesday shared some photos from 1920 while the world was fighting the Spanish flu, and they bear a striking similarity to the situation the world is currently going through due to the coronavirus pandemic. The photos show the precautions taken by people in closed cinemas against Spanish flu, warning signs against spitting in public and people wearing masks. Varun shared the pictures and wrote: “1920 and 2020. The world has already experienced this.” Urging fans to help front-line coronavirus workers, Varun added, “We have to help our doctors, police and front-line warriors.” He also shared data from the United Nations which indicates that the population of India represents 17.7% of the total world population, and wrote: “We must all assume our responsibilities”. Read his article here:

Varun’s post was inundated with comments from his fans in no time. Designer Manish Malhotra commented with several thumbs-up emojis, while Kim Sharma added a clapperboard emoji.

Varun Dhawan has actively disseminated awareness about the coronavirus on his social media profiles. A few weeks ago, Varun committed to providing meals to health professionals and the disadvantaged. He shared a statement on Instagram, an excerpt of which said, “With every day that goes by being locked up at home, my heart goes out to everyone who has no home during this time of crisis. So this week, I am committed to providing meals to the poor who are homeless and unemployed. I also have a deep admiration for those who risk their lives working on the front line. I am committed to providing meals to doctors and staff hospital medical. “Read his statement here:

Varun Dhawan has finished filming his next film Coolie No 1, a few days before the country is locked. Varun was last seen in Street Dancer 3D. Coolie No 1, directed by Varun’s father, David Dhawan, also stars Sara Ali Khan.