As reported recently, Puri Jagannadh made certain bizarre remarks on Mahesh Babu. "Mahesh's fans keep urging me every day to make 'Jana Gana Mana' with their favourite star. They are not aware that Mahesh doesn't trust someone who is out of form. I like Mahesh's fans more than Mahesh because they trust me," Puri said, angering Mahesh's fans by adding that he is a man of character who will not work with the actor now! The fans argued that the 'Maharshi' actor had teamed up with the director for 'Pokiri' and 'Businessman' when the going was not very good for the director.

During a promotional event of 'iSmart Shankar' on Thursday, Puri was asked about the Mahesh Babu controversy by a scribe. This time, having learned his lessons, the filmmaker said that he wouldn't talk about the actor, as he doesn't want to be at the receiving end of trolling.

Meanwhile, his latest film has made more than Rs 28 Cr (worldwide share) at the BO.