Dhaka, Sept. 28 -- At least 39 people were killed and over 50 injured on Saturday in a stampede during a political rally held by Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said.

"So far, 39 people have died, including 13 men, 17 women, four boys, and five girls, while 51 people, including 26 men and 25 women, are receiving intensive treatment," Stalin told reporters. Earlier, state lawmaker Senthil Balaji said 58 people were hospitalised.

Vijay draws massive crowds Vijay, a leading figure in Tamil cinema for three decades, launched his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, in 2024. The party is campaigning ahead of state elections scheduled for early 2026, targeting both the ruling DMK and Prime Mini...