Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel, who recently returned to the big screen with the blockbuster Gadar 2, is making headlines again — but this time, for her candid confession about her lifelong crush on Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise. During a recent appearance on Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast, Ameesha spoke openly about her admiration for the Mission Impossible star, even joking about putting her principles aside for him.
Ameesha Patel on Her Love for Tom Cruise
When asked about her celebrity crush, the actress didn’t hesitate to name Tom Cruise, describing how he has been her dream man since childhood.
“I have a crush on Tom Cruise. If you can do a podcast with him, please invite me to it,” Ameesha said with a laugh.
“I’ve loved Tom Cruise since childhood. I had his picture in my pencil box, my files, and the only poster in my room was of him. He’s my forever crush. I always joke that he’s the only man I can put my principles aside for. I can do anything for him. If you ask me if I could have a one-night stand with him, yes, I can.”
Her playful comment has gone viral, sparking excitement among her fans and making her a trending topic on social media.
Why Ameesha Patel Is Single at 50
Ameesha also opened up about her personal life and why she hasn’t tied the knot yet.
The 50-year-old actress revealed that while she has received countless marriage proposals over the years, many potential partners wanted her to give up her career after marriage — something she was never willing to do.
“I never used to chase boys in school; they used to chase me. I’ve had a lot of proposals, and they still keep coming,” she shared.
“But most men wanted me to stay at home and not work after marriage, and that didn’t sit right with me. I wanted to become Ameesha Patel first, because I had already spent so much of my life being someone’s daughter, and I didn’t want to spend adulthood being just someone’s wife.”
She added that she remains open to dating, even younger men, as long as they are mentally mature:
“People half my age ask me out, and I am open to it because maturity matters more than age. I’ve met older men who have the IQ of a fly.”
Ameesha Patel’s Comeback With Gadar 2
On the professional front, Ameesha made a powerful comeback in August 2023 with Gadar 2, alongside Sunny Deol and Utkarsh Sharma. The film was a massive box office success, reviving the iconic saga that started over two decades ago with the original Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.
Her performance as Sakina earned widespread praise, proving that she remains a strong force in Bollywood.
Social Media Reactions
Fans flooded X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram with reactions to Ameesha’s candid Tom Cruise confession:
- “Ameesha Patel manifesting Tom Cruise — power move!”
- “She’s so real for saying this. Tom Cruise is a universal crush.”
- “Imagine Ameesha Patel and Tom Cruise in a movie together!”
The clip from Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast has already garnered millions of views, with fans calling it one of Ameesha’s most unfiltered interviews yet.
Final Thoughts
Ameesha Patel’s confession about her crush on Tom Cruise has added a fun and relatable twist to her public persona. Known for her roles in films like Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai and Gadar, her honesty about relationships and independence resonates with fans.
While she may still be waiting for her perfect match, one thing is clear — Tom Cruise has been, and will always be, her ultimate heartthrob.
