John Abraham

John Abraham
John at the Femina Miss India finale in 2013 at Yashraj studio
Born
Farhan Abraham

(1972-12-17) 17 December 1972 (age 53)
Mumbai, Maharastra, India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Actor, film producer, model
Years active1997–present
SpousePriya Runchal (m. 2014)
Parent(s)Abraham John
Firoza Irani
Websitewww.johnabraham.com

John Abraham (born 17 December 1972), is an Indian film actor, producer and a former model who appears in Hindi films.

Early life

Abraham was born on 17 December 1972 into a family of mixed religious and ethnic heritage. His father is a Syrian Christian from Kerala and his mother is a Zoroastrian Irani. Abraham's Zoroastrian name is "Farhan", but he was baptised with the name "John." He has a younger brother named Alan Abraham. He considers himself a spiritual person but does not follow any particular religion. Abraham grew up in Mumbai and studied at the Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai, Maharashta. He attended Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai, and then got an MBA degree from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Bombay. His cousin Susy Matthew is an author and has written novels like "Mahabharat".

Filmography

Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released

Actor

YearFilmCharacter NameNotes
2003JismKabir LalNominated – Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut
2003SaayaDr.Akash / "Akki"
2004AetbaarAryan Trivedi
2004PaapShiven
2004Lakeer - Forbidden LinesSaahil
2004DhoomKabirNominated – Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role
2004MadhoshiAman
2005ElaanAbhimanyu
2005KaramJohn
2005KaalKrish Thapar
2005ViruddhAmar Patwardhan
2005WaterNarayan
2005Garam MasalaShyam / "Sam"
2005ShikharHimselfSpecial appearance
2006ZindaRohit ChopraNominated – Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role
2006Kabhi Alvida Na KehnaDJSpecial appearance in the song "Where's The Party Tonight?"
2006Taxi No. 9211Jai Mittal
2006BaabulRajatNominated – Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor
2006Kabul ExpressSuhel Khan
2007Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute to LoveAshutosh Raina
2007HattrickHimselfSpecial appearance in the song "Wicket Bacha"
2007No SmokingK
2007Dhan Dhana Dhan GoalSunny Bhasin
2008DostanaKunal Chopra
2009Luck by ChanceHimselfSpecial appearance
2009Little ZizouArjunSpecial appearance
2009New YorkSamir / "Sam"
2010AashayeinRahul Sharma
2010Jhootha Hi SahiSid
20117 Khoon MaafJimmy Stetson
2011Mere Brother Ki DulhanHimselfSpecial appearance
2011ForceACP Yashvardhan/ACP Yash/Yash
2011Desi BoyzNick Mathur / "Hunter"
2012Housefull 2Max
2012Vicky DonorHimselfSpecial appearance in the song "Rum Whisky"
2013Race 2Armaan Malik
2013I, Me, aur MainIshaan Sabharwal
2013Shootout at WadalaManya Surve
2013Madras CafeVikram Singh
2015Welcome BackAjju Bhai
2016WazirSPCameo
2016Rocky HandsomeKabir Ahlawat/ Rocky/ Handsome
2016DishoomKabirFilming done
2016M. S. Dhoni: The Untold StoryHimselfSpecial appearance
2016Force 2ACP Yashvardhan/ACP Yash/YashFilming done
2018Parmanu: The Story of PokhranCaptain Ashwant RanaFilming done
TBAMumbai Saga †TBAPre-production

Producer

YearFilmNotes
2012Vicky DonorNational Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment
Nominated – Filmfare Award for Best Film
2013Madras Cafe
2016Rocky Handsome
2016Satra Ko Shaadi Hai †Filming

Awards and nominations

Film awards

Year Function Award Film Won
2013 National Film Awards National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment Vicky Donor Yes
2013 Asiavision Awards Icon of India for his contribution to Indian cinema as an actor and producer — Yes
2013 Filmfare Awards Filmfare Award for Best Film Vicky Donor No
2008 Star Screen Awards Star Screen Award Jodi No. 1 Dostana Yes
2007 Filmfare Awards Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor Baabul No
2007 IIFA Awards IIFA Best Villain Award Zinda No
2007 Zee Cine Awards Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role Zinda No
2007 Bollywood Movie Awards Bollywood Movie Award - Best Supporting Actor Baabul No
2006 Filmfare Awards Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role Zinda No
2006 IIFA Awards IIFA Best Supporting Actor Award Garam Masala No
2006 Global Indian Film Awards GIFA Best Villain Zinda No
2005 Filmfare Awards Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role Dhoom No
2005 IIFA Awards IIFA Best Villain Award Dhoom Yes
2005 Zee Cine Awards Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role Dhoom Yes
2005 Stardust Awards Stardust Superstar of Tomorrow - Male Paap Yes
2004 Filmfare Awards Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut Jism No
2004 Bollywood Movie Awards Bollywood Movie Award – Best Male Debut Jism Yes

Other recognitions

Year Award Won Notes
2006 Rajiv Gandhi Award for his achievement in Bollywood Yes
2007 Giant International Awards for his contribution to Indian cinema Yes [source?]
2008 Sexiest Asian Man Yes
2009 Lions Club Award Yes
2011 India's Sexiest Bachelor by the BIG CBS PRIME Yes
2012 Most Stylish Man – GQ Awards (India) Yes

References

  1. ↑ Bhattacharyya, Wriddhaayan (6 January 2016). "I wish everyday could be like the marathon day: John Abraham". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 24 March 2016. Though born in Kochi, the actor grew up in Mumbai and hence, the secret behind his long association with the event.
  2. 1 2 3 "For Those Who Want To Know John Abraham's Religion, Here's The Answer". NDTV. 8 June 2018. Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 21 August 2019. 0:19 He (father) is a Syrian Christian. My father is a Malayali, My mother is an Irani.
  3. ↑ "Not weekends, my films start making money from Mondays: John Abraham" Archived 3 January 2019 at the Wayback Machine, Times of India, 8 August 2018. Retrieved 4 October 2019: "I always love visiting Gujarat because the Parsi community (my mother is a Parsi) has its roots in south Gujarat."
  4. 1 2 "John Abraham: Lesser known facts". The Times of India. Retrieved 7 June 2019.
  5. ↑ Priya Gupta (6 December 2012). "Hrithik is more good-looking than me: John Abraham". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 11 November 2013. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
  6. ↑ "Pics: John Abraham with his cousin Susy Matthew". Indicine.com. 21 February 2012. Archived from the original on 4 April 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
  7. ↑ Manav Manglani (10 October 2012). "John Abraham Gifts Audi Q Life To Sister-in-law On Her Birthday in Bandra". Koimoi.com. Archived from the original on 28 May 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
  8. ↑ "John Abraham gives his sister-in-law an Beater Car". Pinkvilla. 10 October 2012. Archived from the original on 28 May 2019. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
  9. ↑ "FAQS". JohnAbraham.com. Archived from the original on 22 February 2018. Retrieved 10 March 2018.
  10. ↑ UTV New Media Ltd. (17 January 2003). "JohnAbraham.com : Official Website With Latest News, Photos, Videos and Updates From The Bollywood Star". Utvjohn.com. Archived from the original on 13 May 2012. Retrieved 13 June 2012.
  11. ↑ "Birthday Exclusive: John Abraham". Deccan Chronicle. 17 December 2013. Archived from the original on 10 June 2020. Retrieved 15 November 2020.
  12. ↑ "List of 10 highly educated Bollywood actors". India Today. 25 February 2020. Retrieved 15 November 2020.
  13. ↑ "John Abraham Launches Sister's Book". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 21 August 2019 – via YouTube.
  14. ↑ "Newbie Harshvardhan Rane excited to be launched by John Abraham". India Today. 22 March 2014. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
  15. ↑ "John Abraham awarded Rajiv Gandhi Award". Nowrunning.com. 21 August 2006. Archived from the original on 2007-10-16.
  16. ↑ "John Abraham voted sexiest Asian man". Apunkachoice.com. 13 December 2008.
  17. ↑ "Lions Club Award". Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
  18. ↑ "John bags the title of 'India's Sexiest Bachelor'". Glamsham Magazine. Archived from the original on 28 September 2011. Retrieved 16 September 2011.
  19. ↑ "2012 GQ India Men of the Year". Archived from the original on 2013-12-10.. gqindia.com. 10 December 2013

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