John Abraham Height, Age, Wife, Girlfriend, Family, Biography & More

Bio/Wiki
Real Name Farhan Irani
Nickname(s) John, Johny
Profession(s) Actor, Model, Producer
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.) in centimeters- 183 cm
in meters- 1.83 m
in feet inches- 6′
Eye Colour Black
Hair Colour Black
Career
Debut Film: Jism (2003)

Production: Vicky Donor (2012)
Awards/Honours 2004: Bollywood Movie Awards for Best Male Debut
2006: Rajiv Gandhi Award for his achievement in Bollywood
2009: Won Lions Club Award
2013: National Film Award for Vicky Donor, NDTV-Creative Entrepreneur of the Year
Personal Life
Date of Birth 17 December 1972
Age (as in 2019) 47 Years
Birthplace Kochi, Kerala, India
Zodiac sign Sagittarius
Signature
Nationality Indian
Hometown Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
School Bombay Scottish School, Worli, Mumbai
College/University Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai
Mumbai Educational Trust
Educational Qualification(s) B.A. in Economics from Jai Hind College, University of Mumbai
MBA from Mumbai Educational Trust
Religion Christianity
Food Habit Non-Vegetarian (Pescetarian and Eggetarian)
Address Ashiyana Estate, John Baptist Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Hobbies Biking and Gymming
Likes/Dislikes Likes: Photography, Travelling
Dislikes: Tattoos, Dancing in Parties
Controversies • In 2010, he appeared on a singing reality show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar, to promote his film ‘Jhootha Hi Sahi.’ After Sugandha Mishra’s performance, he went on stage and kissed her, which was not liked by her grandfather. Later, when John again appeared on the same show, he apologised for his act.

• In September 2016, he allegdly slapped a fan for his misbehaviour at the trailer launch event of the film ‘Force 2.’
Relationships & More
Marital Status Married
Affairs/Girlfriends Riya Sen (Actress)

Bipasha Basu (Actress, 2004-2011)

Priya Runchal (Banker)
Marriage Date 3 January 2014
Family
Wife/Spouse Priya Runchal (Banker, m. 2014-present)
Children Son– None
Daughter– None
Parents Father– Abraham John (Architect)
Mother– Firoza Irani (Homemaker and Charity Worker)
Siblings Brother– Alan Abraham (Architect) (Younger)

Sister– Susy Mathew
Favourite Things
Food Parsi or Kerala food; Dhansak, Patra-ni-Macchi, Prawn Patia, Thai Food, Puttu with Coconut Milk
Beverage(s) Tea, Carrot Juice, Sour Cherry Wine called Visinata (drinks occasionally)
Dessert(s) Kaju Katli, Chocolate Cookies
Actresses Rani Mukerji, Hema Malini
Music Band(s) Queensryche, Def Leppard, Guns N Roses, Hinder and Creed
Restaurant(s) Suzette, Yoga House, Royal China, Thai Baan, Zuma
Colour(s) White and Blue
Author Jeffrey Archer
Outfit Jeans, T-shirts and Chappals
Sport Football
Style Quotient
Cars Collection Lamborghini Gallardo,

Audi Q7,

Maruti Gypsy,

Audi Q3,

Nissan Terrano SUV
Bikes Collection Yamaha VMAX,

Yamaha R1, Suzuki Hayabusa
Money Factor
Salary (approx.) Rs. 11 Crore/film
Net Worth (approx.) Rs. 168 Crore

Some Lesser Known Facts About John Abraham

  • Has John Abraham quit smoking?
  • John Abraham does not consume alcohol.
  • On the far right, John Abraham can be seen posing with his parents and brother. His father, Abraham John, is Malayali Narsani, while his mother is Parsi. Although he was named Farhan Irani by his maternal side, he goes by the name John Abraham, which interestingly reverses his dad’s name.
  • Being a huge enthusiast of gadgets, he came up with the concept for a mobile game and dubbed it Velocity. The game was subsequently developed by a company called Small Devices.
  • From a young age, he possessed a passion for athletics and actively competed in 100m and 200m races. Additionally, he proudly represented his school in the district-level 100m race event.
  • John has held the positions of media planner and promotion manager at Time & Space Media Entertainment Promotions Ltd and Enterprises Nexus.
  • Despite dreaming of following in his father and brother’s footsteps to become an architect, fate steered him towards a career in the film industry.
  • achieved further success by winning the prestigious Manhunt International Contest.
  • To gain a foundation in acting skills, he completed an acting course at the renowned Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Laboratory.
  • John, a passionate enthusiast of bikes, acquired his very first motorcycle, a Yamaha Re 350, at the young age of 18 for a sum of 17500. Fast forward to September 2023, he had the exhilarating opportunity to take part in the inaugural Indian Grand Prix of MotoGP, held at the Buddh International Circuit in Uttar Pradesh. During this remarkable event, John experienced the thrill of riding a BMW M 1000 RR. Notably, the esteemed John Abraham himself graced the Indian Grand Prix of MotoGP in Uttar Pradesh with his presence.
  • He was on the verge of making his debut in Rahul Rawail’s film Is Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon, but unfortunately, the project was abandoned after completing 75% of the shoot.
  • At the age of 22, he found inspiration to maintain his fitness level after viewing Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky IV.
  • In the Punjabi album Surma, he had a prominent role as a criminal investigator in Jazzy B’s album.

  • In 2003, another actor provided the voice for him in his first film- Jism. This marked the beginning of John and Bipasha’s first on-screen collaboration, which was followed by an enduring relationship that lasted for eight years.
  • After witnessing his father’s battle with cancer and the immense determination it took to overcome it, he aspires to mirror his father’s resilience and inner strength.
  • John Abraham’s rise to fame came with his notable performance in the 2004 film Dhoom. Additionally, his hairstyle became a popular trend among the younger generation, establishing him as a trendsetter.
  • He detests attending late-night parties and clubs in his actual life.
  • While he was still dating Bipasha Basu, he found himself smitten with Priya, whom he met at a gym in Bandra. As time went on, his bond with Priya grew stronger, leading to the end of his relationship with Bipasha.
  • John Abraham is a close companion of the renowned cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni and even donned a jersey bearing Dhoni’s name and the number 7 in the film “Desi Boyz”. Furthermore, John Abraham graced Dhoni’s wedding ceremony with his presence.
  • John Abraham effortlessly lifted a 115 kg bike in the movie “Force”, without the use of safety measures or a harness.
  • During an episode of the interview chat show “M Bole Toh,” John revealed a disturbing incident where he found himself surrounded by a group of girls. They forcefully inserted their hands underneath his T-shirt, leaving him vulnerable and even his guards were unable to intervene. After the girls departed, John discovered that his chest was bleeding. Perplexed by this unsettling encounter, he questioned one of the girls about her motive. Shockingly, she expressed her desire to have his skin under her nails, leaving John utterly astonished.
  • John Abraham’s debut production, Vicky Donor, received the prestigious National Award for Best Popular Film Providing Popular Entertainment, honoring his outstanding achievement.
  • Madras Cafe, released in 2013, was an immensely successful blockbuster film and remains one of his all-time favorite movies. Starring John Abraham, the film Madras Cafe garnered great acclaim.
  • John has a deviated nasal septum, resulting in a partially blocked nose and the need to breathe through his mouth as well.
  • JA Fitness, JA clothing brand, and JA Entertainment are all owned by him.
  • Valentino Rossi has a devoted fan who went the extra mile to show his admiration. This fan gifted Rossi a CD of his own film.
  • In spite of their significant wealth and prestigious reputation, his father chooses to travel by bus, while his mother prefers to commute by auto-rickshaw.
  • His best friends are Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, and Hrithik Roshan, who also happened to be his classmates in the same school.
  • John Abraham took over for Akshay Kumar in four sequels: Welcome, Aankhen, Awaara Paagal Deewana, and Hera Pheri 3. In the movie Welcome Back, John Abraham displays his bold and edgy Tapori look.
  • John follows a pescetarian diet, abstaining from meat consumption while including fish and egg whites in his meals.
  • John Abraham’s dedication to animals is evident through his ardent love for them. He cherishes his two pet dogs, Bailey and Sia, and actively supports animal welfare organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). His involvement with these non-governmental organizations reflects his commitment to the well-being and ethical treatment of animals.
  • John Abraham had a conflicting experience while filming Dishoom in 2016. Despite his effort to quit smoking, he had to smoke excessively for his role, leading to various difficulties. Nevertheless, he eventually decided to go through a detox process. Consequently, in Dishoom, viewers can witness John Abraham’s character smoking on screen.
  • John Abraham is not only a passionate football enthusiast but also the proud owner of the NorthEast United Football Club. He fervently supports his team at the Indian Super League (ISL).
  • He serves as the brand ambassador for Reebok and Yamaha in India. Additionally, he is currently working on the establishment of his own bike racing team.

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