Actor-politician Vijay stirred controversy after alleging a conspiracy surrounding both the delay of his film Jana Nayagan and the tragic Karur stampede, while addressing supporters in Tiruchirappalli following his nomination filing.

Vijay addresses the controversy around his film and stampede

Speaking to a large gathering, Vijay claimed that multiple forces had come together against him ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections. He suggested that the delay in the release of his much-anticipated film was not merely a procedural issue but part of a larger, deliberate attempt to weaken his political momentum. The film, widely regarded as his final project before fully transitioning into politics, has faced certification hurdles, leading to repeated postponements.