Advertisement
Tom Cruise, while busy promoting his latest film Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, recently opened up to Indian actress Avneet Kaur about his deep admiration for India and Bollywood. In a video that’s been making the rounds online, Cruise expressed his strong desire to work on a Bollywood-style movie, captivated by the vibrant energy of Indian cinema—complete with colorful scenes, catchy dance numbers, and lively songs.
He said, “I would love to go back to India and make a film there. I love Bollywood films; the skill it takes to do what you all do is so natural. I love it when, in a scene, someone suddenly breaks into a song. I love it.” He went on to explain how much he enjoys musicals from around the world, but Bollywood movies top his list.
Cruise added, “You can just break out into a song—it’s so beautiful. I love the dancing, singing, and the actors. That is such a unique experience and craftsmanship of the actors to be able to sing, dance, and act.”
He also mentioned how excited he is to return to India, mentioning the many friends he has there. “I would love to make a Bollywood-style movie. It would be so much fun and amazing to do that,” he said enthusiastically.
Cruise fondly recalled his earlier visits to India, including trips to the Taj Mahal and Mumbai, praising the country’s rich culture, cinema, and warm people. He said he remembers every moment vividly and appreciates the experience deeply.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, directed by Christopher McQuarrie, also stars Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Henry Czerny, and Angela Bassett. The film premiered in India on May 17 and is set to release in the United States on May 19.