Ameesha Patel Opens Up About Tom Cruise Crush, Career Choices, and Marriage Proposals at 50
Bollywood star Ameesha Patel, known for her unforgettable performances in films like Gadar: Ek Prem Katha and Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, has always kept her personal life private. But recently, in a candid conversation on Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast, she opened up about her celebrity crush, love, marriage, and career choices in a way that left fans both amused and inspired.
A Lifelong Crush on Tom Cruise
Ameesha revealed that Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise has been her crush since childhood. She recalled, “I’ve liked Tom Cruise since I was young. I had his picture on my pencil box, in my files, and the only poster in my room was of Tom Cruise. He has always been my crush.”
Her admiration didn’t stop at posters and childhood memories. Ameesha joked about her willingness to bend her principles for him, saying, “I always joke that he’s the only man for whom I could put aside my principles. I could do anything for him. If you ask me whether I could have a one-night stand with him, yes, I could.”
This isn’t the first time she has spoken about her admiration for the Top Gun star. At a red carpet event, she admitted that if given the chance, she would have married Tom Cruise, and she often dreams of working alongside him in films.
Choosing Career Over Love
Ameesha also opened up about her first serious relationship before entering films. “That was my first relationship, but he didn’t want me to be in the public eye. And I chose career over love,” she revealed.
Her decision highlights the challenges actresses often face in balancing personal relationships and professional ambitions. Ameesha made her Bollywood debut with Hrithik Roshan in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, becoming an overnight sensation. She later struck gold with Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, which cemented her position as one of Bollywood’s leading actresses. Over the years, she appeared in films like Badri, Humraaz, Yeh Hai Jalwa, Gadar 2, Vaada, Elaan, Mere Jeevan Saathi, Aap Ki Khatir, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
Still Open to Love at 50
Despite being 50 and unmarried, Ameesha remains open to love and marriage. She shared that she still receives proposals from “men half her age” and is willing to consider someone who is mentally mature and worthy. “I am all up for marriage, as long as I find someone worthy. They say that 'Where there is a will, there is a way,' so the person who finds me through everything and mauke par chauka maarlege (takes advantage of the situation) will be my person,” she said.
She also spoke about why she rejected certain proposals in the past, explaining that she was often expected to quit acting and stay at home after marriage. “People who love you will let your career prosper. I have lost a lot for my career, and I have also lost a lot for love. I have given up both things for the other, and I think I have learnt from both,” she reflected.
Return to the Big Screen
After a hiatus, Ameesha returned with Gadar 2 in 2023, alongside Sunny Deol and Utkarsh Sharma. The film became a blockbuster, collecting ₹686 crore worldwide. She was also seen in the 2024 romantic comedy Tauba Tera Jalwa, which received mixed reviews, though her performance was praised. Fans are eagerly waiting for her next announcement.
A Star Who Stays True to Herself
Ameesha Patel’s journey is a story of ambition, choices, and courage. From a lifelong crush on Tom Cruise to prioritizing her career over love, and still being open to marriage proposals at 50, she continues to inspire fans with her honesty, wit, and unapologetic personality.
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