Tom Cruise charms BTS ARMY with spontaneous video call to Jin's family

Tom Cruise charms BTS ARMY with spontaneous video call to Jin's family

In a delightful cross-cultural moment that has sent ripples of excitement through the BTS ARMY, Hollywood icon Tom Cruise recently surprised fans by appearing on BTS member Jin’s YouTube show, 'Run Jin.' The episode, titled 'Mission Jin-possible,' captured a heartwarming interaction, culminating in Cruise encouraging Jin to video call his mother on Parents’ Day, a gesture that quickly went viral.

The unique collaboration came about during Cruise’s promotional tour in South Korea for his latest film, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Filmed on May 8th, a significant day celebrating parenthood in South Korea, the episode took an unexpected turn when Jin, wanting to share the momentous occasion with his mother, asked Cruise if he could take a selfie. Cruise, with his characteristic charm, instead suggested a video call. This spontaneous act led to Jin introducing the legendary actor to his mother, uncle, and grandfather, much to the delight of his family and countless fans worldwide. Cruise’s warm greetings and genuine engagement in the brief exchange underscored the special nature of the moment.

The conversation between the two stars flowed naturally, starting with Jin’s eager question, "Do you know BTS?" Cruise’s response was immediate and effusive: "Your band and your career and what you have created, it is very impressive. And I'm a big fan." This mutual admiration set a comfortable tone for their chat. For Jin, the meeting held significant personal meaning, as Mission: Impossible was the first film he watched after turning 15, a detail he shared with a touch of nostalgia, acknowledging the film's age restriction. He expressed his immense honor at having Cruise on his show, a sentiment clearly reciprocated by the Hollywood star.

Adding a humorous touch, Jin even revealed his childhood dream of becoming an IMF agent, referencing the fictional Impossible Mission Force from the Mission: Impossible franchise. Cruise playfully escalated the scenario, painting a dramatic picture of an agent in peril. Jin, with a quick wit, retreated, declaring, "I think I’m better off sticking with BTS," a line that resonated well with his fans.

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Their discussion also delved into South Korean culture, with Cruise praising its filmmaking and people. The topic eventually shifted to food, where Jin enthusiastically recommended 'mulhwe,' a cold, spicy raw fish dish. A fan of spicy cuisine, Cruise readily agreed to try it, and the episode concluded with a memorable clip of him giving the dish an enthusiastic thumbs-up, fulfilling his promise. This extraordinary collaboration, reportedly initiated by Cruise's team, highlights the growing global appeal of K-pop and the mutual respect between two titans of entertainment. As Jin released his solo album 'Echo' on May 16th, and Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning hit theaters on May 17th, the synergy between these two events created an unforgettable chapter for fans of both artists.