Tom Cruise shares his aspirations beyond filmmaking.
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Tom Cruise, known for his thrilling roles and stunts, just shared some exciting feelings while hyping up his upcoming flick Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. In an electrifying press conference at Lotte Tower, Seoul, he confessed his deep-rooted affection for Korea.
"My movie world has been a lifelong dream, and visiting Korea… that's the icing on the cake, man," expressed the 62-year-old action legend. His unwavering eagerness to set foot in the Land of the Morning Calm has been evident since his first visit in 1994[1][3]. With this trip marking his twelfth sojourn to Korea, it seems like a dream that's become a reality yet again.
"I've always wanted to experience Korea, and now, here I am—twelve times and counting!" he marveled, wondering if he's still dreaming[2]. In fact, the Top Gun star's fondness for Korean fans has gained him a heartfelt nickname, "Kind Tom Ajeossi," signifying his special bond with the Korean community.
Returning to the limelight alongside him is British actress Hayley Atwell, who reprises her role as Grace, a former thief turned IMF agent, and Cruise's trusty ally in the movie. Also in attendance were Simon Pegg, Greg Tarzan Davis, Pom Klementieff, and director Christopher McQuarrie, collectively forming an energetic ensemble[3].
As for the release of the Much-Awaited Mission Impossible movie, it's set to debut in theaters on May 23, 2025[3]. However, Tom and his crew are just getting started. Their promotional run includes meeting fans and industry insiders across various cultural platforms, like Tom's recent appearance on Run BTS Jin, a popular South Korean variety show.
Looking beyond this film and his twelve trips to Korea, Tom continues to challenge himself, eagerly aspiring for new experiences and challenges in his career[2]. It seems his dream of exploring Korea and sharing it with his fans is a pursuit that just keeps on giving, embodying the very essence of the Mission Impossible spirit.
- "Tom Cruise, who confessed his deep-rooted affection for Korea, shared his excitement about his upcoming movie 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning' with the world, mentioning his love for Korean entertainment and celebrities."
- "During his recent visit to Korea, Tom Cruise, who is often referred to as 'Kind Tom Ajeossi' by his Korean fans, made an appearance on the popular South Korean variety show, 'Run BTS Jin', further enhancing his connection with the global entertainment industry and his fans."
- "Tom Cruise's dream of exploring Korea and sharing it with his fans doesn't seem to be slowing down, as he continues to seek new experiences and challenges in his career, embodying the spirit of adventure and risk that is synonymous with his movies and TV roles."
