NEW DELHI (AP) — A stampede at a rally for a popular Indian actor and politician in the southern state of Tamil Nadu killed at least 36 people and injured 40 others, the state’s health minister said late Saturday. The rally was being addressed by Vijay, one of Tamil Nadu’s most successful actors-turned-politician in the district of Karur. Tens of thousands had gathered at the political rally, for which Vijay arrived hours late, officials said. In southern Indian states, particularly Tamil Nadu, some film stars have larger than life status, rooted in the ancient Tamil culture of hero worship and image worship. It was unclear whether he plans to run for office in Tamil Nadu state.