Tom Cruise thanks Indian fans

And he wants to visit them too!

Hollywood actor Tom Cruise, who has expressed a desire to visit India, has taken to the internet to thank his Indian fans for their love and kindness.

The 'Mission Impossible' star recently turned 48 and birthday wishes poured in from all quarters, especially from Indian fans, through Facebook and Twitter.

He posted on his Twitter page, "A huge THANK YOU to the wonderful people of India for their birthday wishes and kindness... I'll see you at the movies Friday," referring to his upcoming film 'Knight and Day'.

The film, slated for release in India July 9, is an action comedy with Cameron Diaz and Cruise in the lead. Cruise and Diaz play a fugitive couple on a race across the globe amid shifting alliances and unexpected betrayals.