John Abraham (actor)

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John Abraham
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John Abraham in March 2013
Born (1972-12-17) 17 December 1972 (age 40)
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Ethnicity Malayali-Parsi
Occupation Actor, Film producer, model
Years active 1997–present
Partner(s) Priya Runchal (2012–present)
Parents Abraham John and Firoza Irani
Relatives Susy Mathew (sister)
Alan (younger brother)
Website
www.johnabraham.com

John Abraham (born 17 December 1972) is an Indian film actor, producer and former model. After modeling for numerous advertisements and companies, Abraham made his film debut with Jism (2003), which earned him a Filmfare Best Debut Award nomination.[1] 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).[2] He was nominated for a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for the film Baabul (2006). In 2012, he produced his first production Vicky Donor which was a critical and commercial success. He then established his own production house, John Abraham Entertainment.

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Early life and education [edit]

John was born in Mumbai to a Malayali father and a Parsi mother. His father, Abraham John, is an architect from Aluva, Kerala; his mother is named Firoza Irani. Abraham's Parsi name is "Farhan" while his father being a Marthomite Syrian Christian named him "John".[3][4][5] He has a sister Susy Mathew[6][7][8] and younger brother, Alan. Abraham studied at Bombay Scottish School, Mahim in Mumbai. He got his bachelor's degree in economics from Jai Hind College. John also received an MMS from Mumbai Educational Trust (MET).[9][10][11][12][13]

Career [edit]

Modeling [edit]

John Abraham started his modelling career appearing in the music video of the song "Surma" by Punjabi singer Jazzy B.[14] He then joined a media firm Time & Space Media Entertainment Promotions Ltd., which, however, closed because of financial problems. Later, he worked for Enterprises-Nexus as a media planner.[15] In 1999, he won the Gladrags Manhunt Contest and went to the Philippines for Manhunt International, where he won second place.[16] Following this, he was signed by Carrie Models in Singapore and did some modelling there; he later modelled in Hong Kong, London and New York City. He also appeared in a number of commercial advertisements and in other music videos for singers including Pankaj Udhas, Hans Raj Hans and Babul Supriyo. To improve his acting skills, Abraham joined the Kishore Namit Kapoor acting laboratory and completed an acting course while juggling modelling assignments.[17]

Actor [edit]

Abraham made his acting debut with Jism (2003), a thriller film which according to Box Office India, was "above average" grossing 132,500,000 Rs.[18]

His next films included a paranormal thriller Saaya (2003), Pooja Bhatt's directorial debut Paap (2004) and Ahmed Khan's Lakeer – Forbidden Lines (2004).

He played the role of Kabir – the main antagonist in Dhoom in 2004, an action film produced by Yash Raj Films. The film was one of the highest grossing films of that year.[19]

In 2005 he starred in the supernatural thriller Kaal and the comedy Garam Masala both of which did well at the box office.[20] Later that year, he had a role in Water, which portrayed the tragic fate of Hindu widows in British India of the 1930s. The film was written and directed by independent Canadian film-maker Deepa Mehta. It was popular internationally, and was nominated for the 2006 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 79th Academy Awards.[citation needed]

In the summer of 2006, Abraham performed at the "Rockstars Concert" along with fellow Bollywood actors Salman Khan, Zayed Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Esha Deol, Shahid Kapoor and Mallika Sherawat.[21] In that same year, he starred in the films Zinda, Taxi No. 9211, Baabul and Kabul Express.[22] Among these Taxi No. 9211 and Kabul Express were substantially successful.

Nikhil Advani's multi-starrer Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute to Love was Abraham's first release in 2007. The movie failed to do well at the Indian box office,[23] though it did well in the overseas markets.[24] His last two 2007 releases included the arthouse thriller No Smoking and the sports film Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal.

In 2008, Abraham starred alongside Abhishek Bachchan and Priyanka Chopra in Dostana, his only release that year. His first release of 2009 was a production by Yash Raj Films, New York.

He has a fashion line— branded JA Clothes — which primarily features his favorite article of clothing, jeans.[25]

In 2011, was seen in the films Aashayein and Jhootha Hi Sahi. Both of the films turned out to be box office failures. Lately, Abraham has appeared in films Force (2011), Desi Boyz (2011), and Housefull 2 (2012). His first film of 2013 was Race 2 which was a multi starrer and a comercial hit while his second release was I, Me Aur Main, which did average business. He is currently working on Shootout at Wadala, in which he will be portraying the role of Manya Surve.

Producer [edit]

His debut film as a producer was titled Vicky Donor (2012) and featured Ayushmann Khurrana, Annu Kapoor and Yami Gautam. Abraham also appeared in an item-number for the film.[26] It opened to positive response, and turned out to be a critical and commercial success.[27] He is currently working on his second production, Madras Cafe which will also be directed by Shoojit Sircar. Abraham has also announced his ideas on Hamara Bajaj, an upcoming reality film he is planning with most of the cast & crew of Vicky Donor.

Personal life [edit]

During the filming of Jism in 2002, Abraham began to date his co-star Bipasha Basu. They were in a relationship till early 2011 when the couple officially broke off.[28][29][30][31][32] While together, the two were often referred to as a supercouple in the Indian media.[33] He is now in a relationship with Priya Runchal, an NRI financial analyst and investment banker from USA native to McLeodganj, whom he met in Mumbai, in December, 2010.[34]

Social causes [edit]

Abraham takes an interest in PETA and Habitat for Humanity.[35][36] He donated INR1 millions to the Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, according to his website.[37]

In January 2009, Abraham led a group of Indian celebrities in the Mumbai Marathon, an annual event to benefit the United Way.[38]

In April 2013 on behalf of PETA Abraham wrote a letter to Minister for Environment and Forests, Jayanthi Natarajan, asking that she make all circuses in India animal-free.[39][40]

Filmography [edit]

Actor [edit]

Year Film Role Notes
2003 Jism Kabir Lal Nominated – Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut
2003 Saaya Dr.Akash / "Akki"
2004 Aetbaar Aryan Trivedi
2004 Paap Shiven
2004 Lakeer – Forbidden Lines Saahil
2004 Dhoom Kabir Nominated – Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role
2004 Madhoshi Aman
2005 Elaan Abhimanyu
2005 Karam John
2005 Kaal Krish Thapar
2005 Viruddh Amar Patwardhan
2005 Water Narayan
2005 Garam Masala Shyam / "Sam"
2005 Shikhar Himself Special appearance
2006 Zinda Rohit Chopra Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role
2006 Taxi No. 9211 Jai Mittal
2006 Baabul Rajat Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor
2006 Kabul Express Sohail Khan
2007 Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute to Love Ashutosh Raina
2007 Hattrick Special appearance in the song "Wicket Bacha"
2007 No Smoking K
2007 Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal Sunny Bhasin
2008 Dostana Kunal
2009 Luck by Chance Himself Special appearance
2009 Little Zizou Arjun Special appearance
2009 New York Samir / "Sam"
2010 Aashayein Rahul Sharma
2010 Jhootha Hi Sahi Sid
2011 7 Khoon Maaf Jimmy Stetson
2011 Mere Brother Ki Dulhan Himself Special appearance
2011 Force ACP Yashvardhan
2011 Desi Boyz Nick Mathur / "Hunter"
2012 Housefull 2 Max
2012 Vicky Donor Special appearance in the song "Rum Whisky"
2013 Race 2 Armaan Malik
2013 I, Me, aur Main Ishaan Sabharwal
2013 Shootout at Wadala Manya Surve
2013 Dostana 2 Kunal
2013 Madras Cafe with Saya Lynx Releasing on August 30, 2013
2014 Welcome Back Announced

Producer [edit]

Year Film Notes
2012 Vicky Donor National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment
Nominated – Filmfare Award for Best Film
2013 Hamara Bajaj Pre-production
2013 Madras Cafe coming soon

Awards and nominations [edit]

National Film Awards
Won
  • 2013: National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment for Vicky Donor
Filmfare Awards
Nominated
IIFA Awards
Won
Nominated
Zee Cine Awards
Won
Nominated
Star Screen Awards

Won

Bollywood Movie Awards
Won
Nominated
Stardust Awards
Won
Global Indian Film Awards
Nominated

Other awards [edit]

  • 2006: Rajiv Gandhi Award for his achievement in Bollywood[44]
  • 2007: Giant International Awards for his contribution to Indian cinema[45]
  • 2008: Sexiest Asian Man[46]
  • 2009: Lions Club Award[citation needed]
  • 2011: India's Sexiest Bachelor by the BIG CBS PRIME[47]

References [edit]

  1. ^ "John Abraham enters Bollywood with Jism". Times of India. 10 January 2003. Retrieved 3 September 2010. 
  2. ^ "Water (2005)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 3 September 2010. 
  3. ^ Priya Gupta (6 December 2012). "Hrithik is more good-looking than me: John Abraham". Times Of India. Retrieved 2013-02-06. 
  4. ^ "John Abraham Indian actor Model Profile biography Movie list » Psyphil Celebrity Blog". Celebrity.psyphil.com. 17 December 1992. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  5. ^ John Abraham (IV) – Biography. imdb.com
  6. ^ "Pics: John Abraham with his sister Susy Matthew". Indicine.com. 21 February 2012. Retrieved 2013-02-06. 
  7. ^ Manav Manglani. "John Abraham Gifts Audi Q Life To Sister-in-law On Her Birthday In Bandra". Koimoi.com. Retrieved 2013-02-06. 
  8. ^ "John Abraham gives his sister-in-law an Audi Q3". Pinkvilla. 10 October 2012. Retrieved 2013-02-06. 
  9. ^ "John Abraham – model, actor, jism, dhoom, garam masala, kaal, picture, profile, info and favourites". Nilacharal.com. 17 December 1972. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  10. ^ UTV New Media Ltd. (17 January 2003). "JohnAbraham.com : Official Website With Latest News, Photos, Videos and Updates From The Bollywood Star". Utvjohn.com. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  11. ^ "John Abraham". John Abraham. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  12. ^ Lover, Movie. "John Abraham Latest Movies Videos Images Photos Wallpapers Songs Biography Trivia On". Gomolo.com. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  13. ^ [1][dead link]
  14. ^ "Surma' - John Abraham Jazzy B (Punjabi Album) HQ.flv". YouTube. 21 October 2010. Retrieved 2012-07-21. 
  15. ^ "John Abraham-Portfolio Pics- The Times of India Photogallery Page 57". Photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2012-07-21. 
  16. ^ "Images: Top models who became actors – Rediff Getahead". Rediff.com. 19 November 2010. Retrieved 2012-07-21. 
  17. ^ "Birthday Boy John Abraham » NDTV Movies". Movies.ndtv.com. Retrieved 2012-07-21. 
  18. ^ "Box Office 2003". 
  19. ^ "Box Office 2004". Dhoom. 
  20. ^ "Box Office". Retrieved 2005-11-12. 
  21. ^ "Bollywood rocks Atlantic City". bollyvista.com. Retrieved 12 May 2006. 
  22. ^ "Box Office". Retrieved 2006-11-05. 
  23. ^ "Box Office 2007". Salaam-e-Ishq. Retrieved 8 May 2007. 
  24. ^ "Box Office". Retrieved 2007-05-05. 
  25. ^ "John Abraham Jeans by Wrangler". Retrieved 2008-02-22. [dead link]
  26. ^ "John Abraham shoots an item number for ‘Vicky Donor’". Page3bollywood.com. 20 March 2012. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  27. ^ "Vicky Donor Movie Review". Bollymoviereviewz.blogspot.in. 9 May 2012. Retrieved 2012-06-13. 
  28. ^ Iyer, Meena (30 August 2009). "Yes, I'm hot & sexy: Bipasha". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 September 2009. 
  29. ^ Udasi, Harshikaa (27 March 2009). "Just come, sizzle". The Hindu (India). Retrieved 3 September 2009. 
  30. ^ "Relationship with John over for good: Bipasha". Mid-Day. 25 July 2011. Retrieved 31 December 2011. 
  31. ^ Times News Network (4 April 2007). "It's London in spring time!". The Times of India. Retrieved 2009-09-03. 
  32. ^ "Break-up with John was not amicable: Bipasha Basu". The Times of India. 4 April 2007. Retrieved 2009-09-03. 
  33. ^ TNN (4 April 2007). "It's London in spring time!". The Times of India. Retrieved 3 September 2009. 
  34. ^ "Wedding bells Kangra Mcleodganj". Times of India. 19 April 2012. 
  35. ^ "Habitat for Humanity". Retrieved 2007-06-29. 
  36. ^ "Habitat for Humanity". Retrieved 2007-06-29. 
  37. ^ "John Donates Rs 10 Lakh to Pediatric Centre of Nanavati Hospital". Retrieved 2007-12-09. 
  38. ^ "John with Soha at Mumbai Marathon". Retrieved 2009-01-19. 
  39. ^ "Ban animals in circus, John urges government". 
  40. ^ "Madhuri wraps 'Gulaab Gang' shoot". 
  41. ^ "filmfareawards.indiatimes.com". Filmfare Nominations '05. Retrieved 12 January 2007. 
  42. ^ "iifa.com". iifa Winners '05. 
  43. ^ "bollywoodawards.com". Nomination for Baabul. Retrieved 13 June 2007. 
  44. ^ "Nowrunning.com". John Abraham awarded Rajiv Gandhi Award. Retrieved 21 August 2006. 
  45. ^ "TimesNow.tv". John Abraham awarded Giant award. Retrieved 17 September 2007. 
  46. ^ "John Abraham voted sexiest Asian man". Retrieved 2008-12-13. 
  47. ^ "John bags the title of 'India's Sexiest Bachelor'". Glamsham Magazine. Retrieved 16 September 2011. 

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