Young hero Vijay Deverakonda hit headlines several times for his controversial remarks in public events and contentious posts in social media. The actor posted a picture of upcoming film Mahanati where he played a journalist alongside Samantha. What’s more, Vijay referred to Savtri as chick. Twitterati started trolling Vijay for his comments. The actor too reacted harshly.

“All who want an apology - chennai Leela Palace lo unna ocheyandi. I will even be giving you #Mahanati audio launch entries. She would have been happy to have you all back then - because appudu me lanti morals and ethics batch called her a home breaker and alcoholic,

she was many things fearless, philanthropic, generous, but at her core she was like anyone else a girl with dreams first, a woman who loved & wanted to be loved next and a superstar last. #MahanatiOnMay9th

I think she would have been super happy to be called in admiration "what a cool chick" ☺ compared to home wrecker and alcoholic.

But if you want to decide how I write my posts and think you know better - you can apply for the post to "teamdeverakonda@gmail.com". That way you'll also get a job.”

Interim, Mahanati starring Keerthy Suresh in lead role will release worldwide on May 9th.