Tom Cruise and Will Smith both had their photos taken atop the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, but their experiences seemed vastly different. The Burj Khalifa, located in Dubai, stands at 829.8 meters and has become an iconic structure. While both stars reached the pinnacle, their reactions were notably distinct.
Will Smith climbed the tower as part of a fitness and weight loss video. His photo, taken from the spire over 800 meters above ground, shows him gripping tightly to two boxes, his expression a mix of excitement and sheer terror. Smith’s cautious stance, heavily harnessed and clearly nervous, highlights the nerve-wracking nature of the experience for him.
In contrast, Tom Cruise’s photo atop the Burj Khalifa exudes calm and confidence. Known for performing his own stunts, Cruise was there for a scene in “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol.” He posed barefoot, casually leaning to one side without any visible harness, giving the impression of being entirely at ease despite the dizzying height.
Social media users quickly noticed the stark differences between the two stars’ photos. One comment humorously noted, “One is sitting in bare feet and a t-shirt looking as relaxed as possible and the other is draped in harnesses, clinging on for dear life.” Another added, “I love how Will is all strapped up and hanging on for dear life, but Tom is not only just sitting there, nary a rope in sight, but he’s LEANING.” The contrast between Smith’s evident fear and Cruise’s nonchalant demeanor has sparked a wave of humorous comparisons online.
The divergent reactions of the two actors illustrate not only their different approaches to extreme heights but also highlight Cruise’s reputation for embracing high-risk stunts in his films. As fans continue to share and comment on these photos, the two stars’ contrasting experiences at the top of the world’s tallest building provide both entertainment and admiration for their daring spirits.
