John Abraham
Known for: Acting
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.
Filmography
Series
The Kapil Sharma Show
Self
2016
Series
The Kapil Sharma Show
Himself
2016
Series
Comedy Nights with Kapil
Self
2013
Series
Kaun Banega Crorepati
Self
2000
Series
Koffee with Karan
Self
2004
Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai
Himself
2002
Series
Comedy Nights Bachao
Self
2015
Series
Comedy Nights Live
Himself
2016
Film
Pathaan
Jim
2023
Series
India's Most Desirable
Himself
2011
Series
The Romantics
Self
2023
Film
The Diplomat
JP Singh (Deputy High Commissioner of India in Pakistan)
2025
Maria IPS
Rakesh Maria
Series
Dance Deewane
Himself
2018
Film
Attack
Arjun Shergill
2022
Series
Aap Ki Adalat
Himself
1992
Mazaaq Raat
Himself
2013
Series
Tere Mere Beach Mein
Himself
2009
Film
Tehran
ACP Rajeev Kumar
2025
Film
Dhoom
Kabir
2004
Series
Aapka Apna Zakir
Self
2024
Film
Water
Narayan
2005
Film
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
Guest Appearance
2006
Film
Luck by Chance
Self
2009
Film
Lakeer: Forbidden Lines
Saahil
2004
Film
Jism
Kabir Lal
2003
Film
Force 2
ACP Yashvardhan
2016
Film
Vicky Donor
Himself in "Rum, Whisky" Song
2012
Film
Kaal
Krish Thapar
2005
Film
Ek Villain Returns
Bhairav Purohit
2022
Film
Desi Boyz
Nikhil 'Nick' Mathur (Hunter)
2011
Film
Karam
John
2005
Film
Race 2
Armaan Malik
2013
Film
Pagalpanti
Raj Kishore
2019
Film
Dostana
Kunal Chauhan
2008
Film
Welcome Back
Ajju Bhai / Ajay
2015
Film
Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran
Capt. Ashwat Raina
2018
Film
Mumbai Saga
Ganpat Ram Bhonsle
2021
Film
Garam Masala
Shyam "Sam" Salgaonkar
2005
Film
Madras Cafe
Major Vikram Singh
2013
Film
Dishoom
Kabir Shergill
2016
Film
Housefull 2
Jolly 2 / Max
2012
Film
No Smoking
K
2007
Film
Batla House
Sanjay Kumar
2019
Film
Zinda
Rohit Chopra
2006
Film
Taxi No. 9211
Jai Mittal
2006
Film
Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
Self (Special Appearance)
2011
Film
Rocky Handsome
Kabir Ahlawat
2016
Film
New York
Sameer
2009
Film
Satyameva Jayate
Virendra Kumar Singh
2018
Film
Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal
Sunny Bhasin
2007
Film
7 Khoon Maaf
Jimmy Stetson / Jamshed Singh Rathod
2011
Film
Force
ACP Yashvardhan
2011
Film
Sardar Ka Grandson
Gursher Singh
2021
Film
Vedaa
Abhimanyu Kanwar
2024
Film
Baabul
Rajat Verma
2006
Film
Wazir
S.P.
2016
Film
Salaam-e-Ishq
Ashutosh Raina
2007
Film
Romeo Akbar Walter
Romeo / Akbar / Walter (RAW) Agent
2019
Film
Test Subject V
Self
2025
Film
Elaan
Abhimanyu
2005
Film
Shikhar
John Abraham
2005
Film
Paap
Shiven
2003
Film
Jhootha Hi Sahi
Siddharth
2010
Film
Aetbaar
Aryan Trivedi
2004
Film
Satyameva Jayate 2
Dadasaheb Balram Azad / Satya Balram Azad / ACP Jay Balram Azad
2021
Film
Kabul Express
Suhel Khan
2006
Film
Aashayein
Rahul
2010
Munkeeman
Film
I, Me aur Main
Ishaan Sabharwal
2013
Film
Madhoshi
Aman
2004
Film
Viruddh... Family Comes First
Amar Patwardhan
2005
Film
Hattrick
(cameo)
2007
Film
Woh Bhi Din The
Older Rahul Sinha
2024
Film
Force 3
ACP Yashvardhan Singh
2027
Film
Little Zizou
Arjun
2008
Duryodhana
Film
Saaya
Dr. Akash "Akki" Bhatnagar
2003
Afra Tafri
Film
Shootout at Wadala
Manya Surve
2013