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New Delhi:
Actress Alia Bhatt sustained burns on her arms from a firecracker while performing at the Big Screen Awards in Mumbai on Sunday. The actress was reportedly given first-aid and rushed to a nearby hospital. (Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt's Film Begins Work in January, KJo 'Excited')
Alia thanked her fans for their concern in a Twitter post today and assured them of her well-being.
The actress, however, did not divulge any details about the incident. The Times of India had earlier reported that the mishap occurred when Alia tried to shield her face from the firecracker 'as it hurled itself in her direction'. "She sustained burns on her left elbow and also suffered bruises on the forearm. She was in a lot of pain but still managed to complete her recording," the article stated.
Pictures of the actress on her way to hospital found their way online and clearly show burns on her arm.
Alia thanked her fans for their concern in a Twitter post today and assured them of her well-being.
Thank you guysss so much for all your concern, love and wishes !!! Things like this are a gentle reminder that we can't overlook safety.
— Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) December 15, 2015It isn't possible to go through life accident-free. But, most accidents- like this one - are preventable... FYI my face is fine Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) December 15, 2015
The actress, however, did not divulge any details about the incident. The Times of India had earlier reported that the mishap occurred when Alia tried to shield her face from the firecracker 'as it hurled itself in her direction'. "She sustained burns on her left elbow and also suffered bruises on the forearm. She was in a lot of pain but still managed to complete her recording," the article stated.
Pictures of the actress on her way to hospital found their way online and clearly show burns on her arm.
