
John Abraham
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John Abraham (born December 17, 1972) is an Indian film actor, producer and a former model who appears in Hindi films. After modelling for numerous advertisements and companies, Abraham made his film debut with Jism (2003), which earned him a Filmfare Best Debut Award nomination. This was followed by his first commercial success, Dhoom (2004). He received two Filmfare Award nominations, for his negative roles in Dhoom, and in Zinda (2006). He later appeared in the major critical success Water (2005). He was nominated for a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Baabul (2006). Since then, Abraham has starred in many critically and commercially successful films including Dostana (2008), New York (2009), Force (2011), Shootout at Wadala (2013), Madras Cafe (2013) and Welcome Back (2015). His second film as a producer was Madras Cafe, which garnered critical acclaim. His athletic and muscular physique has contributed to his status as one of the most influential sex symbols in Bollywood. He is the co-owner of the Indian Super League football team NorthEast United FC. Apart from acting, Abraham has often performed many dangerous stunts in his films.
Known for
Credits

Pathaan (2023)
as Jim

Attack (2022)
as Arjun Shergill

The Diplomat (2025)
as JP Singh (Deputy High Commissioner of India in Pakistan)

Tehran (2025)
as ACP Rajeev Kumar

Luck by Chance (2009)
as Self

Water (2005)
as Narayan

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
as Guest Appearance

Housefull 2 (2012)
as Jolly 2 / Max

Dhoom (2004)
as Kabir

Garam Masala (2005)
as Shyam "Sam" Salgaonkar

Race 2 (2013)
as Armaan Malik

Pagalpanti (2019)
as Raj Kishore

Desi Boyz (2011)
as Nikhil 'Nick' Mathur (Hunter)

Dostana (2008)
as Kunal Chauhan
Maria IPS (—)
as Rakesh Maria

Welcome Back (2015)
as Ajju Bhai / Ajay

Jism (2003)
as Kabir Lal

New York (2009)
as Sameer

Batla House (2019)
as Sanjay Kumar

Ek Villain Returns (2022)
as Bhairav Purohit

Mumbai Saga (2021)
as Ganpat Ram Bhonsle

Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (2018)
as Capt. Ashwat Raina

Madras Cafe (2013)
as Major Vikram Singh

Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011)
as Self (Special Appearance)

Kaal (2005)
as Krish Thapar

Vedaa (2024)
as Abhimanyu Kanwar

Dishoom (2016)
as Kabir Shergill

Rocky Handsome (2016)
as Kabir Ahlawat

Taxi No. 9211 (2006)
as Jai Mittal

Karam (2005)
as John

Lakeer: Forbidden Lines (2004)
as Saahil

Force 2 (2016)
as ACP Yashvardhan

No Smoking (2007)
as K

Kabul Express (2006)
as Suhel Khan

Salaam-e-Ishq (2007)
as Ashutosh Raina

Satyameva Jayate (2018)
as Virendra Kumar Singh

Wazir (2016)
as S.P.

Force (2011)
as ACP Yashvardhan

Baabul (2006)
as Rajat Verma

Romeo Akbar Walter (2019)
as Romeo / Akbar / Walter (RAW) Agent

Jhootha Hi Sahi (2010)
as Siddharth

7 Khoon Maaf (2011)
as Jimmy Stetson / Jamshed Singh Rathod

Zinda (2006)
as Rohit Chopra

Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007)
as Sunny Bhasin

Vicky Donor (2012)
as Himself in "Rum, Whisky" Song

Sardar Ka Grandson (2021)
as Gursher Singh

Satyameva Jayate 2 (2021)
as Dadasaheb Balram Azad / Satya Balram Azad / ACP Jay Balram Azad

Saaya (2003)
as Dr. Akash "Akki" Bhatnagar

Shikhar (2005)
as John Abraham

Madhoshi (2004)
as Aman

Woh Bhi Din The (2024)
as Older Rahul Sinha

I, Me aur Main (2013)
as Ishaan Sabharwal
Munkeeman (—)
Actor

Force 3 (2027)
as ACP Yashvardhan Singh

Aashayein (2010)
as Rahul

Elaan (2005)
as Abhimanyu

Viruddh... Family Comes First (2005)
as Amar Patwardhan

Aetbaar (2004)
as Aryan Trivedi

Test Subject V (2025)
as Self

Paap (2003)
as Shiven

Little Zizou (2008)
as Arjun

Hattrick (2007)
as (cameo)
Duryodhana (—)
Actor
Untitled Shivam Nair Film (—)
Actor
Afra Tafri (—)
Actor

Shootout at Wadala (2013)
as Manya Surve





