Manisha Koirala is practicing quarantine with parents at her Mumbai residence. The actor who has bounced back to life and health from cancer, a couple of years back, believes the nationwide lockdown for her is like living isolated in a hospital. She said this reminds her of the days she was battling cancer in a hospital. Her past experience is helping her to cope up with the present situation, reports HT.
“During my treatment days in New York, I was basically locked up in my apartment for six long months. Looking back, that was thousand times worse than this for me. (Right now) Even if we’re locked up for a total of two months, it at least gives us hope that things will get better if we follow all instructions. I understand that we’re tense and bored, but I think we should also understand the gravity of the situation and take inspiration for our past experiences or from what we see around us,” she said.
Manisha said she is following the health protocol shared by the ministry to keep herself away from the infection.
“Some of us don’t need to take medicines. But yes, like everyone else, we’re taking care of our immunity. Eating right, taking all supplements prescribed by the doctors. Washing hands, avoiding touching the face… I’m also keeping my house clean. Guess I’m cleaning way too much because my mother has been pulling my leg on this,” she said.
Talking about the positive effects of the lockdown on nature, Manisha said, “You can see how happy and bright nature has become. I’ve seen few insects and birds that haven’t seen in the last few years.”
Manisha is also trying to spread awareness about the viral outbreak through social media. But the pandemic stress does make her feel low sometimes. “I also feel anxiety. This happens to both me and my mother. Whenever that feeling comes, we’re there for each other. We talk, watch a film, etc to feel better,” she shared.
We hope the world sails through the tough times soon. Do take all the precautions, stay isolated and stay safe!