John Abraham Biography: Movies, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Parents, Siblings, Children
December 11, 2024John Abraham is an acclaimed Indian film actor, producer, and former model known for his work in Bollywood cinema.
After a successful career as a model, Abraham made his acting debut in the erotic thriller film Jism in 2003, which became a sleeper hit.
He rose to prominence with the 2004 action film Dhoom and the 2005 comedy film Garam Masala, solidifying his reputation as a popular action hero.
He is recognized as one of the most bankable stars in the Indian film industry, regularly appearing in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2017.
Profile
- Full Name: John Abraham
- Stage Name: John Abraham
- Born: December 17 1972
- Age: 51 years old
- Birthplace: Bombay, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Indian film actor, producer, and former model
- Height: 1.82 m
- Parents: Abraham John and Firoza Irani
- Siblings: Alan Abraham
- Spouse: Priya Runchal (m. 2014)
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: ₹251 crore (approximately $34 million)
Early Life And Education
John Abraham is an Indian film actor, producer, and former model born on December 17, 1972, in Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India. He was born to Abraham John and Firoza Irani. John has a younger brother named Alan Abraham.
Growing up in Mumbai, John attended the Bombay Scottish School and studied at Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai. He then obtained an MBA degree from NMIMS, Mumbai.
John’s heritage is a mix of cultures. His father is a Syrian Christian from the state of Kerala, India, while his mother is a Zoroastrian Parsi from India. He identifies as an atheist.
Career
Abraham started his career by appearing in a music video for Punjabi singer Jazzy B’s song “Surma.” He then joined the media firm Time & Space Media Entertainment Promotions Ltd., which later closed due to financial troubles. After that, he worked as a media planner for Enterprises Nexus.
In 1999, Abraham won the Gladrags Manhunt Contest and competed in the Manhunt International pageant in the Philippines, where he placed second. This launched his modeling career, and he modeled in Hong Kong, London, and New York, appearing in commercials and music videos for various singers.
Abraham made his acting debut in 2003 with the erotic thriller film Jism, which became a sleeper hit. He then rose to prominence with the action film Dhoom and comedies like Garam Masala, Taxi No. 9211, and Dostana. He also starred in critically acclaimed dramas like Water, Kabul Express, and New York.
Despite some commercial failures in the following decade, Abraham succeeded with action thrillers like Race 2 and Shootout at Wadala, the drama Madras Cafe, and ensemble comedies Housefull 2 and Welcome Back.
His biggest commercial successes came more recently with action dramas like Dishoom, Parmanu, Satyameva Jayate, Batla House, and Pathaan, his highest-grossing film.
Abraham ventured into film production under his banner JA Entertainment, starting with the 2012 hit Vicky Donor, which won him the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. He has since produced several films and wrote the story for Attack: Part 1 in 2022.
Outside of his film work, Abraham is the co-owner of the Indian Super League football team NorthEast United FC. He is also a vegetarian and advocate for animal rights. Abraham has appeared on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list since 2017 and is the celebrity supporter of UNHCR India, promoting the cause of refugees.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @thejohnabraham
- Facebook handle: John Abraham
- Twitter handle: @TheJohnAbraham
Personal Life
A prominent actor, John Abraham is married to Priya Runchal, an Indian-American financial analyst and investment banker from the United States but native to McLeod Ganj.
The couple married in 2014 during a private ceremony. After 10 years of marriage, John Abraham and Priya Runchal do not have any children.
Filmography
- Ek Villain Returns
- Attack
- Pathaan
- Pagalpanti
- Batla House
- Romeo Akbar Walter
- Vedaa
- Woh Bhi Din The
- Satyameva Jayate 2
- Mumbai Saga
- Sardar Ka Grandson
- Force 2
- Dishoom
- Rocky Handsome
- Wazir
- Satyameva Jayate
- Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran
- Welcome Back
- Madras Cafe
- Shootout at Wadala
- I, Me Aur Main
- Race 2
Net Worth
As of 2020, John Abraham‘s net Worth is estimated to be around ₹251 crores (approximately $34 million).
Abraham‘s substantial wealth is derived from his successful career as a Bollywood actor, his work as a film producer through his production company, JA Entertainment, and income from various endorsement deals.
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