
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

Dostana (2008)
as Kunal Chauhan

Luck by Chance (2009)
as Self

Attack (2022)
as Arjun Shergill

Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
as Guest Appearance

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

Race 2 (2013)
as Armaan Malik
Duryodhana (—)
Actor

Kaal (2005)
as Krish Thapar

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

Karam (2005)
as John
Munkeeman (—)
Actor

Water (2005)
as Narayan
Guru (—)
Actor

Tehran (2025)
as ACP Rajeev Kumar

Vedaa (2024)
as Abhimanyu Kanwar

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

Jism (2003)
as Kabir Lal

Ek Villain Returns (2022)
as Bhairav Purohit

Force 2 (2016)
as ACP Yashvardhan

No Smoking (2007)
as K

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

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

Pagalpanti (2019)
as Raj Kishore
Untitled Shivam Nair Film (—)
Actor

Dhoom (2004)
as Kabir

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

Garam Masala (2005)
as Shyam "Sam" Salgaonkar

Dishoom (2016)
as Kabir Shergill

Housefull 2 (2012)
as Jolly 2 / Max
Maria IPS (—)
as Rakesh Maria

New York (2009)
as Sameer

I, Me aur Main (2013)
as Ishaan Sabharwal

Lakeer: Forbidden Lines (2004)
as Saahil

Welcome Back (2015)
as Ajju Bhai / Ajay

Baabul (2006)
as Rajat Verma

Wazir (2016)
as S.P.

Sardar Ka Grandson (2021)
as Gursher Singh

Shikhar (2005)
as John Abraham

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

Batla House (2019)
as Sanjay Kumar

Taxi No. 9211 (2006)
as Jai Mittal

Madras Cafe (2013)
as Major Vikram Singh

Mumbai Saga (2021)
as Ganpat Ram Bhonsle

Rocky Handsome (2016)
as Kabir Ahlawat

Satyameva Jayate (2018)
as Virendra Kumar Singh

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

Salaam-e-Ishq (2007)
as Ashutosh Raina

Test Subject V (2025)
as Self

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

Kabul Express (2006)
as Suhel Khan

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

Aetbaar (2004)
as Aryan Trivedi

Force (2011)
as ACP Yashvardhan

Jhootha Hi Sahi (2010)
as Siddharth

Paap (2003)
as Shiven

Zinda (2006)
as Rohit Chopra

Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal (2007)
as Sunny Bhasin

Elaan (2005)
as Abhimanyu

Aashayein (2010)
as Rahul

Hattrick (2007)
as (cameo)

Little Zizou (2008)
as Arjun

Woh Bhi Din The (2024)
as Older Rahul Sinha

Madhoshi (2004)
as Aman
Afra Tafri (—)
Actor

Force 3 (2027)
as ACP Yashvardhan Singh

Shootout at Wadala (2013)
as Manya Surve





