John Abraham Age Girlfriend Wife Family Biography

John Abraham (born 17 December 1972) is an Indian actor and film producer who works in Hindi films. Known for his stoic action hero persona, he is a recipient of a National Film Award along with nominations for four Filmfare Awards. Abraham has appeared in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2017.

After a successful modelling career, Abraham made his acting debut with the erotic thriller film Jism (2003), a sleeper hit. He gained success with the action film Dhoom (2004) and expanded to comedic roles in Garam Masala (2005), Taxi No. 9211 (2006), and Dostana (2008). He also starred in the critically acclaimed dramas Water (2005), Kabul Express (2006) and New York (2009). In the subsequent decade, Abraham’s career fluctuated commercially. He had successes in the ensemble films Housefull 2 (2012), Race 2 (2013), and Welcome Back (2015), and in the acclaimed political thriller Madras Cafe (2013). Abraham subsequently had his biggest commercial successes as a leading man in the action dramas Parmanu (2018), Satyameva Jayate (2018) and Batla House (2019). In 2023, Abraham starred in his highest-grossing release, the action film Pathaan.

Abraham ventured into film production under his banner J.A. Entertainment with Vicky Donor (2012), which won him the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. He has since produced several of his films, and also wrote the story of Attack: Part 1 (2022). Outside of his film career, he is the co-owner of the Indian Super League football team NorthEast United FC. He is also a vegetarian, and is an advocate for animal rights.

Early life and family

Abraham was born in Bombay, Maharashtra on 17 December 1972 into a family of mixed religious and ethnic heritage. His father is a Malayali Syrian Christian from Kerala and his mother is an Irani Zoroastrian, who has many relatives living in Iran. 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. He attended Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai, and then got an MBA degree from NMIMS, Mumbai. His cousin Susy Matthew is an author and has written novels like In a Bubble of Time.

Personal life

During the filming of Jism in 2002, Abraham began to date his co-star Bipasha Basu. They were in a relationship until early 2011. While together, the two were often referred to as a supercouple in the Indian media. Abraham once stated, “I have always kept quiet about my personal life and will continue to maintain a dignified silence. It’s just the way my parents raised me. I rather leave it at speculation.” The couple broke up in 2011.

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Abraham is now married to Priya Runchal, an Indian-American financial analyst and investment banker from the United States but native to McLeod Ganj, whom he met in Mumbai, in December 2010. They married on 3 January 2014. Runchal is also the chairperson of NorthEast United FC.

Abraham is a fitness model and he abstains from smoking, consuming alcohol and any intoxicants. Due to this, he often avoids many parties and functions. Abraham is a sport bike collector.

John Abraham Age Girlfriend Wife Family Biography

Bio/Wiki
Real NameFarhan Irani
Nickname(s)John, Johny
Profession(s)Actor, Model, Producer
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)in centimeters- 183 cm

in meters- 1.83 m

in feet inches- 6′
Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourBlack
Career
DebutFilm: Jism (2003)

Production: Vicky Donor (2012)
Awards/Honours2004: Bollywood Movie Awards for Best Male Debut

2006: Rajiv Gandhi Award for his achievement in Bollywood

2009: Won Lions Club Award

2013: National Film Award for Vicky Donor, NDTV-Creative Entrepreneur of the Year
Personal Life
Date of Birth17 December 1972
Age (as in 2023)51 Years
BirthplaceKochi, Kerala, India
Zodiac signSagittarius
Signature
John Abraham's Signature
NationalityIndian
HometownMumbai, Maharashtra, India
SchoolBombay Scottish School, Worli, Mumbai
College/UniversityJai Hind College, University of Mumbai

Mumbai Educational Trust
Educational Qualification(s)B.A. in Economics from Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai

MBA from Mumbai Educational Trust
ReligionChristianity
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian (Pescetarian and Eggetarian)
AddressAshiyana Estate, John Baptist Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
HobbiesBiking and Gymming
Likes/DislikesLikes: Photography, Travelling

Dislikes: Tattoos, Dancing in Parties
Controversies• In 2010, he appeared on a singing reality show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar, to promote his film ‘Jhootha Hi Sahi.’ After Sugandha Mishra‘s performance, he went on stage and kissed her, which was not liked by her grandfather. Later, when John again appeared on the same show, he apologised for his act.

• In September 2016, he allegdly slapped a fan for his misbehaviour at the trailer launch event of the film ‘Force 2.’
Relationships & More
Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsRiya Sen (Actress)

John Abraham with Riya Sen


Bipasha Basu (Actress, 2004-2011)

John Abraham with Ex-girlfriend Bipasha Basu


Priya Runchal (Banker)
Marriage Date3 January 2014
Family
Wife/SpousePriya Runchal (Banker, m. 2014-present)
ChildrenSon– None

Daughter– None
ParentsFather– Abraham John (Architect)

Mother– Firoza Irani (Homemaker and Charity Worker)

John Abraham's Father & Mother
SiblingsBrother– Alan Abraham (Architect) (Younger)

Sister– Susy Mathew
Favourite Things
FoodParsi or Kerala food; Dhansak, Patra-ni-Macchi, Prawn Patia, Thai Food, Puttu with Coconut Milk
Beverage(s)Tea, Carrot Juice, Sour Cherry Wine called Visinata (drinks occasionally)
Dessert(s)Kaju Katli, Chocolate Cookies
ActressesRani Mukerji, Hema Malini
Music Band(s)Queensryche, Def Leppard, Guns N Roses, Hinder and Creed
Restaurant(s)Suzette, Yoga House, Royal China, Thai Baan, Zuma
Colour(s)White and Blue
AuthorJeffrey Archer
OutfitJeans, T-shirts and Chappals
SportFootball
Style Quotient
Cars CollectionLamborghini Gallardo,

Audi Q7,

Maruti Gypsy,

Audi Q3,

Nissan Terrano SUV
Bikes CollectionYamaha VMAX,

Yamaha R1, Suzuki Hayabusa
Money Factor

Salary (approx.)Rs. 11 Crore/film
Net Worth (approx.)Rs. 168 Crore

Career

Modelling career
Abraham started his modelling career appearing in the music video of the song “Surma” by Punjabi singer Jazzy B. He then joined the media firm and Time & Space Media Entertainment Promotions Ltd., which however got closed because of financial crisis. Later, he worked for Enterprises-Nexus as a media planner. In 1999, he won the Gladrags Manhunt Contest and went to the Philippines for Manhunt International, where he won second place. He later modelled in Hong Kong, London and New York City, and appeared in a number of commercial advertisements and other music videos for singers including Pankaj Udhas, Hans Raj Hans and Babul Supriyo. To improve his acting skills, Abraham joined Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute and completed an acting course while juggling modelling assignments.

John Abraham is an Indian actor and film producer who works in Hindi films. He is known for his stoic action hero persona, and is a recipient of a National Film Award along with nominations for four Filmfare Awards. Abraham has appeared in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2017.

After a successful modelling career, Abraham made his acting debut with the erotic thriller film Jism (2003), a sleeper hit. He gained success with the action film Dhoom (2004) and expanded to comedic roles in Garam Masala (2005), Taxi No. 9211 (2006), and Dostana (2008). He also starred in the critically acclaimed dramas Water (2005), Kabul Express (2006) and New York (2009). In the subsequent decade, Abraham’s career fluctuated commercially. He had successes in the ensemble films Housefull 2 (2012), Race 2 (2013), and Welcome Back (2015), and in the acclaimed political thriller Madras Cafe (2013).

Abraham has also produced several successful films, including Vicky Donor (2012), Madras Cafe (2013), Batla House (2019), and Attack (2022).

Abraham is one of the most popular and successful actors in Bollywood today. He is known for his versatility, his willingness to take on challenging roles, and his dedication to his craft. He is also a role model for many young people, and he inspires them to pursue their dreams.

In addition to his acting and producing career, Abraham is also a successful businessman. He owns a production company called JA Entertainment, and he has also invested in several other businesses. He is also a fitness enthusiast, and he has his own line of fitness apparel and equipment.

John Abraham is a talented actor, producer, and businessman. He is an inspiration to many, and he is sure to continue to achieve great things in the future.

Producer
Abraham’s debut as a producer was titled Vicky Donor (2012) and the film featured Ayushmann Khurrana, Annu Kapoor and Yami Gautam in lead roles. Abraham also appeared in an item-number for the film. It opened to positive response, and turned out to be a critical and commercial success. His second production, Madras Cafe which was also directed by Shoojit Sircar, opened to overwhelming response from the critics. In 2018, he produced the Marathi film Savita Damodar Paranjpe.

Off-screen work and media image

Abraham is widely known as one of the most popular “Action Heroes” in Bollywood. Rediff.com noted that Abraham is an actor who is “well aware of his limitations and scores high on both — disarming modesty and sharp career moves”. Forbes India noted, “Abraham has had an unconventional but successful career.” Filmfare stated, “John’s macho charm, sculpted body and a dynamic screen presence hasn’t faded over the years.” It termed him a “reliable draw at the box office”. Verve termed him “good-natured, down-to-earth star” and stated, “John has reinvented himself to emerge as a stronger performer on celluloid”.

Abraham made his debut in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list of 2017, ranking 52nd with an annual income of ₹141.3 million (US$1.8 million). He peaked to 42nd place in 2018 with an annual income of ₹193 million (US$2.4 million) and in 2019, he ranked 46th with an annual income of ₹285 million (US$3.6 million). Abraham was named the “Sexiest Asian Men” by Eastern Eye in 2008. In the same list, he ranked 7th in 2011 and 8th in 2012. In the Times’ 50 Most Desirable Men list, he ranked 29th in 2017 and 17th in 2018. In Rediff.com’s “Top Bollywood Actors” list, Abraham was placed 11th in 2006.

Abraham also takes an active interest in the United Way, based in Denver, United States. In January 2009, he flagged off the Mumbai Marathon, an annual event organised to benefit the United Way. He did not run the marathon, but encouraged the participants by waving at them from the start line. Abraham is an animal lover and takes an interest in PETA and Habitat for Humanity. In April 2013, on behalf of PETA, Abraham wrote a letter to the Minister for Environment and Forests, Jayanthi Natarajan, asking that she make all circuses in India animal-free. Abraham is also the celebrity supporter of UNHCR India, and promotes the cause of refugees in India. According to his website, he donated ₹10 lakh (US$13,000) to the Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai.

Filmography

Films

YearTitleRoleNotes
2003JismAdvocate Kabir Lal
SaayaDr. Aakash Bhatnagar
PaapInspector Shiven Verma
2004AetbaarAryan Trivedi
LakeerSaahil Mishra
DhoomKabir Sharma
MadhoshiAman Joshi
2005ElaanAbhimanyu Singh
KaramJohn Wargas
KaalKrish Thapar
ViruddhAmar Patwardhan
WaterNarayan Dutt
Garam MasalaSam / Shyam Salgaonkar
2006ZindaRohit Chopra
Taxi No. 9211Jai Mittal
BaabulRajat Verma
Kabul ExpressSuhel Khan
2007Salaam-e-IshqAshutosh Raina
No SmokingK
Dhan Dhana Dhan GoalSunny Bhasin
2008DostanaKunal Chauhan
2009New YorkSameer “Sam” Sheikh
2010AashayeinRahul Sharma
Jhootha Hi SahiSiddharth Arya / Fidato
20117 Khoon MaafJamshed Singh Rathod / Jimmy Stetson
ForceACP Yashvardhan “Yash” Singh
Desi BoyzNikhil Mathur / Nick
2012Housefull 2Max Mehrotkar
Vicky DonorRum Whisky Song Item Number DancerCameo; also producer
2013Race 2Ruthless Don Armaan Malik
I, Me Aur MainMusic Producer Ishaan Sabharwal
Shootout at WadalaManya Surve
Madras CafeLieutenant Major Vikram SinghAlso producer
2015Welcome BackFreedom Fighter Ajay Barsi / “Ajju Bhai”
2016Rocky HandsomeKabir Ahlawat / Rocky “Handsome”Also producer and singer for “Alfazon Ki Tarah Unplugged”
DishoomSTF Kabir Shergill
Force 2ACP Yashvardhan “Yash” SinghAlso producer
2018ParmanuIAS Officer Ashwat RainaAlso producer
Satyameva JayateVeerendra “Veer” Rathod
Savita Damodar ParanjpeProducer only; Marathi film
2019Romeo Akbar WalterRehamatullah “Romeo” Ali,
Akbar Malik,
Walter Khan
Batla HouseDCP Sanjeev Kumar YadavAlso producer
PagalpantiRaj Kishore
2021Mumbai SagaAmartya Rao Naik
Sardar Ka GrandsonGursher SinghAlso producer; cameo
Satyameva Jayate 2Activist Dadasaheb Balram Azad,Home Minister Satya Balram Azad,ACP Jay Balram Azad
2022AttackLieutenant Major Arjun ShergillAlso co-story writer and producer
Ek Villain ReturnsBhairav Purohit
MikeProducer only; Malayalam film
Tara Vs BilalProducer
2023PathaanJim
2024The Diplomat †Aryan MallyaPost-production
Tehran †CBIDCP Vijayendra “Vijay” MittalAlso producer; post-production
Tariq †Saahil MalwaniFilming
Vedaa †Raja KapoorFilming

Music videos

YearTitlePerformerLanguage
1999MahekPankaj UdhasHindi
2002SurmaJazzy BPunjabi
2008Koi Aanay Wala HaiStringsUrdu
2013“Betiyaan” (Save the Girl Child)Shankar MahadevanSunidhi ChauhanSonu NigamHindi

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