Terry Crews, the multifaceted actor, host, and former NFL player best known for his roles in "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "America's Got Talent," recently expressed his admiration for Bollywood and a strong desire to collaborate with the Indian film industry. Crews, 56, shared his sentiments following a recent trip to Mumbai.
"For all my life, I've always wanted to visit India," Crews stated, emphasizing his long-standing fascination with Indian culture. He described India as "such an exotic and beautiful place".
Crews specifically expressed a keen interest in dancing in a Bollywood film, highlighting the vibrant and energetic nature of Bollywood dance sequences. "I would love to dance, just like the stars in Bollywood," he said. He feels that Bollywood is a world he is meant to step into.
The actor also showered praise on Shah Rukh Khan, recognizing him as a major international star. Crews compared Khan to other global icons such as Tom Cruise and Cristiano Ronaldo, emphasizing Khan's widespread recognition and influence. "I want to mention how Shah Rukh Khan has become this super international star," Crews noted. "To me, he is a true example of Tom Cruise-level Indian talent that has taken over the world. His brand and his name is like those of Cristiano Ronaldo. It's enormous". Crews admitted that he has not yet met Khan but is looking forward to the opportunity.
Crews' interest in Bollywood reflects the increasing globalization of the entertainment industry, with actors and filmmakers from different countries collaborating on projects. His appreciation for Shah Rukh Khan also highlights the global appeal and recognition of Bollywood stars.
While Crews is eager to explore opportunities in Bollywood, he remains selective about his upcoming projects. "I've been offered a few TV opportunities, but they just haven't been good," he revealed, indicating that he is in no rush to accept just any role.
This recent expression of interest from Terry Crews could open doors for future collaborations between Hollywood and Bollywood, further enriching the global entertainment landscape.
