
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

Tehran (2025)
as ACP Rajeev Kumar

Pathaan (2023)
as Jim

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

Force 2 (2016)
as ACP Yashvardhan

Ek Villain Returns (2022)
as Bhairav Purohit

Welcome Back (2015)
as Ajju Bhai / Ajay

Dhoom (2004)
as Kabir

Attack (2022)
as Arjun Shergill

New York (2009)
as Sameer

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
as Guest Appearance

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

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

No Smoking (2007)
as K

Satyameva Jayate (2018)
as Virendra Kumar Singh

Garam Masala (2005)
as Shyam "Sam" Salgaonkar

Race 2 (2013)
as Armaan Malik

Housefull 2 (2012)
as Jolly 2 / Max

Dostana (2008)
as Kunal Chauhan

Luck by Chance (2009)
as Self

Pagalpanti (2019)
as Raj Kishore

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

Water (2005)
as Narayan

Kaal (2005)
as Krish Thapar

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

Rocky Handsome (2016)
as Kabir Ahlawat
Welcome To The Adventure (—)
Actor

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

Jism (2003)
as Kabir Lal

Lakeer: Forbidden Lines (2004)
as Saahil

Taxi No. 9211 (2006)
as Jai Mittal

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

Madras Cafe (2013)
as Major Vikram Singh

Mumbai Saga (2021)
as Ganpat Ram Bhonsle

Wazir (2016)
as S.P.

Batla House (2019)
as Sanjay Kumar

Salaam-e-Ishq (2007)
as Ashutosh Raina

Dishoom (2016)
as Kabir Shergill

Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007)
as Sunny Bhasin

Baabul (2006)
as Rajat Verma

Sardar Ka Grandson (2021)
as Gursher Singh

Aashayein (2010)
as Rahul

Vedaa (2024)
as Abhimanyu Kanwar

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

Shikhar (2005)
as John Abraham

Force (2011)
as ACP Yashvardhan

Jhootha Hi Sahi (2010)
as Siddharth

I, Me aur Main (2013)
as Ishaan Sabharwal

Karam (2005)
as John

Zinda (2006)
as Rohit Chopra

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

Madhoshi (2004)
as Aman

Paap (2003)
as Shiven

Elaan (2005)
as Abhimanyu

Woh Bhi Din The (2024)
as Older Rahul Sinha

Kabul Express (2006)
as Suhel Khan

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

Aetbaar (2004)
as Aryan Trivedi

Little Zizou (2008)
as Arjun

Hattrick (2007)
as (cameo)

Force 3 (2027)
as ACP Yashvardhan Singh

Test Subject V (2025)
as Self

Afra Tafri (—)
Actor
Maria IPS (—)
as Rakesh Maria
Duryodhana (—)
Actor

Shootout at Wadala (2013)
as Manya Surve
Munkeeman (—)
Actor





