Popular Hindi actor and model Shaheer Sheikh's father, Shahnawaz Sheikh, has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently on a ventilator, recovering from the severe infection. The actor shared a photo of his dad on social media and appealed to fans to pray for his recovery on Tuesday. Taking to Twitter, an emotional Shaheer wrote, "My dad is on a ventilator, suffering from a severe covid infection… pls keep him in your prayers." Several industry friends, peers, and colleagues have been extending their wishes for Shaheer's dad's quick recovery. Actor Karanvir Sharma, who extended his help to Shaheer, wrote, "Wishing him a speedy recovery. Please do let me know if you need anything." Likewise, writer-director Shagufta Rafique said, "Allah shifa de (May God heal you)." Actress Hina Khan too shared comforting words and quote-tweeted Shaheer's post saying, "Patience my friend, I told you, he will come home healthy and happy very soon.. Inshallah."

Shaheer Sheikh tied the knot with Ruchikaa Kapoor in a court wedding in November 2020 and welcomed a baby girl on September 10 last year. The popular TV actor was last seen on the reboot of the hit Hindi show Pavitra Rishta titled Pavitra Rishta 2 alongside Ankita Lokhande, which earlier starred late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Shaheer has stepped in to play the role portrayed previously by Sushant and will be seen in the second season of the show, which had its trailer launched on Tuesday. As for his other roles, Shaheer is best for his work on television shows like Kya Mast Hai Life, Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke, including Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi-Nayi Kahaani, and the mythological drama Mahabharat, which made him a household name.