Tom Cruise is celebrating 40 years of his iconic action drama film Top Gun, which is all set to re-release in theatres on its 40th anniversary. Indian filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan took to the comment section to profess her love for the Hollywood star.
Cruise shared a glimpse of himself from the 1986 film directed by Tony Scott on social media. He wrote in the caption: “I’m excited to celebrate 40 years of Top Gun with you all. It’s so much fun to see these two films back on the big screen!”
Farah Khan’s heartfelt response
Farah Khan, known for her open admiration of Cruise, commented: “40 years of admiring you.” Her response quickly caught attention, with fans appreciating the crossover of Bollywood and Hollywood emotions.
This is not the first time Farah has expressed her fondness for Cruise. She has often spoken about her admiration for his action sequences and dedication to filmmaking.
Top Gun’s enduring legacy
Released in 1986, Top Gun starred Tom Cruise as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a young naval aviator. The film became a cultural phenomenon, boosting recruitment for the US Navy and making aviator sunglasses and bomber jackets a fashion trend.
The film’s theme song “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Top Gun remains one of the defining films of the 1980s.
The sequel’s success
The long-awaited sequel Top Gun: Maverick was released in 2022, 36 years after the original. It became a massive global hit, earning nearly $1.5 billion worldwide and receiving six Academy Award nominations, winning one for Best Sound.
Cruise performed many of his own aerial stunts in the sequel, continuing his reputation for pushing the limits of action filmmaking.
Re-release details
As part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, both Top Gun and Top Gun: Maverick are being re-released in theatres. Fans old and new can experience Maverick’s journey on the big screen once again.
For Cruise, who turned 63 in 2025, the anniversary is a moment to look back at a role that made him a global superstar. From Risky Business to Mission: Impossible, Top Gun remains a cornerstone of his career.
Farah Khan’s comment captures what many fans feel – four decades of admiring Tom Cruise and the need for speed.
