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John Abraham was born to a [[Malayali]] father and a [[Zoroastrian]] mother. His father, Abraham John, is an architect from [[Aluva]], [[Kerala]]; his mother is Firoza Irani. Abraham's Persian name is "Farhan" while his father being a [[Mar Thoma Syrian Church|Marthomite]] [[Syriac Christianity|Syrian Christian]] named him "John."<ref>{{cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-12-06/news-interviews/35621141_1_john-abraham-rich-kids-cancer-survivor |author=Priya Gupta |title=Hrithik is more good-looking than me: John Abraham |newspaper=Times Of India |date=6 December 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://celebrity.psyphil.com/john-abraham-biography-interesting-facts-movies/ |title=John Abraham Indian actor Model Profile biography Movie list » Psyphil Celebrity Blog |publisher=Celebrity.psyphil.com |date=17 December 1992 |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref> He has a sister Susy Mathew<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indicine.com/movies/bollywood/pics-john-abraham-with-his-sister-susy-matthew/ |title=Pics: John Abraham with his cousin Susy Matthew |publisher=Indicine.com |date=21 February 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=Manav Manglani |url=http://www.koimoi.com/photos/john-abraham-gifts-audi-q-life-to-sister-in-law-on-her-birthday-in-bandra/ |title=John Abraham Gifts Audi Q Life To Sister-in-law On Her Birthday In Bandra |publisher=Koimoi.com |date= |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainmenttags/john-abraham/john-abraham-gives-his-sister-law-audi-q3 |title=John Abraham gives his sister-in-law an Beater Car |publisher=Pinkvilla |date=10 October 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref> and a younger brother Alan Abraham. Abraham studied at [[Bombay Scottish School]] in Mumbai. He got his bachelor's degree in economics from [[Jai Hind College]]. Abraham also received an MBA from Mumbai Education Trust.<ref>{{cite web|author=UTV New Media Ltd. |url=http://utvjohn.com/know-me-better-about-me/ |title=JohnAbraham.com : Official Website With Latest News, Photos, Videos and Updates From The Bollywood Star |publisher=Utvjohn.com |date=17 January 2003 |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.johnabraham.com/ |title=John Abraham |publisher=John Abraham |date= |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gomolo.com/about-john-abraham/6190 |title=John Abraham Latest Movies Videos Images Photos Wallpapers Songs Biography Trivia On |publisher=Gomolo.com |date= |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20120514043709/http://bollywoodchaska.com/encyclopedia-bio/76-John-Abraham-Biography.html John Abraham Biography]. bollywoodchaska.com</ref> |
John Abraham was born to a [[Malayali]] father and a [[Zoroastrian]] mother. His father, Abraham John, is an architect from [[Aluva]], [[Kerala]]; his mother is Firoza Irani. Abraham's Persian name is "Farhan" while his father being a [[Mar Thoma Syrian Church|Marthomite]] [[Syriac Christianity|Syrian Christian]] named him "John."<ref>{{cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-12-06/news-interviews/35621141_1_john-abraham-rich-kids-cancer-survivor |author=Priya Gupta |title=Hrithik is more good-looking than me: John Abraham |newspaper=Times Of India |date=6 December 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://celebrity.psyphil.com/john-abraham-biography-interesting-facts-movies/ |title=John Abraham Indian actor Model Profile biography Movie list » Psyphil Celebrity Blog |publisher=Celebrity.psyphil.com |date=17 December 1992 |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref> He has a sister Susy Mathew<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indicine.com/movies/bollywood/pics-john-abraham-with-his-sister-susy-matthew/ |title=Pics: John Abraham with his cousin Susy Matthew |publisher=Indicine.com |date=21 February 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=Manav Manglani |url=http://www.koimoi.com/photos/john-abraham-gifts-audi-q-life-to-sister-in-law-on-her-birthday-in-bandra/ |title=John Abraham Gifts Audi Q Life To Sister-in-law On Her Birthday In Bandra |publisher=Koimoi.com |date= |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainmenttags/john-abraham/john-abraham-gives-his-sister-law-audi-q3 |title=John Abraham gives his sister-in-law an Beater Car |publisher=Pinkvilla |date=10 October 2012 |accessdate=6 February 2013}}</ref> and a younger brother Alan Abraham. Abraham studied at [[Bombay Scottish School]] in Mumbai. He got his bachelor's degree in economics from [[Jai Hind College]]. Abraham also received an MBA from Mumbai Education Trust.<ref>{{cite web|author=UTV New Media Ltd. |url=http://utvjohn.com/know-me-better-about-me/ |title=JohnAbraham.com : Official Website With Latest News, Photos, Videos and Updates From The Bollywood Star |publisher=Utvjohn.com |date=17 January 2003 |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.johnabraham.com/ |title=John Abraham |publisher=John Abraham |date= |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gomolo.com/about-john-abraham/6190 |title=John Abraham Latest Movies Videos Images Photos Wallpapers Songs Biography Trivia On |publisher=Gomolo.com |date= |accessdate=13 June 2012}}</ref><ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20120514043709/http://bollywoodchaska.com/encyclopedia-bio/76-John-Abraham-Biography.html John Abraham Biography]. bollywoodchaska.com</ref> |
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During the filming of ''Jism'' in 2002, Abraham began to date his co-star [[Bipasha Basu]]. They were in a relationship until early 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2011/jul/250711-bipasha-basu-john-abraham-break-up-bollywood.htm|title=Relationship with John over for good: Bipasha|date=25 July 2011|publisher=Mid-Day|accessdate=31 December 2011}}</ref> Whilst together, the two were often referred to as a [[supercouple]] in the Indian media.<ref>{{cite news|title=It's London in spring time! |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/bombay-times/its-london-in-spring-time/articleshow/1858526.cms|date=4 April 2007|accessdate=3 September 2009|work=The Times of India |authorlink=Times News Network}}</ref> He is now married to Priya Runchal,<ref>{{Cite news|title=Priya Runchal|url=http://www.missmahi.com/celeb/bio-wiki/priya-runchal/|date=3 June 2014 |publisher=Miss Mahi}}</ref> an [[Non-resident Indian and person of Indian origin|NRI]] financial analyst and investment banker from the USA but native to [[McLeodganj]], whom he met in Mumbai, in December 2010.<ref>{{Cite news|title=Wedding bells Kangra Mcleodganj|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-04-19/news-interviews/31366958_1_wedding-bells-kangra-mcleodganj|date=19 April 2012|publisher=Times of India}}</ref> Abraham is a |
During the filming of ''Jism'' in 2002, Abraham began to date his co-star [[Bipasha Basu]]. They were in a relationship until early 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/2011/jul/250711-bipasha-basu-john-abraham-break-up-bollywood.htm|title=Relationship with John over for good: Bipasha|date=25 July 2011|publisher=Mid-Day|accessdate=31 December 2011}}</ref> Whilst together, the two were often referred to as a [[supercouple]] in the Indian media.<ref>{{cite news|title=It's London in spring time! |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/bombay-times/its-london-in-spring-time/articleshow/1858526.cms|date=4 April 2007|accessdate=3 September 2009|work=The Times of India |authorlink=Times News Network}}</ref> He is now married to Priya Runchal,<ref>{{Cite news|title=Priya Runchal|url=http://www.missmahi.com/celeb/bio-wiki/priya-runchal/|date=3 June 2014 |publisher=Miss Mahi}}</ref> an [[Non-resident Indian and person of Indian origin|NRI]] financial analyst and investment banker from the USA but native to [[McLeodganj]], whom he met in Mumbai, in December 2010.<ref>{{Cite news|title=Wedding bells Kangra Mcleodganj|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-04-19/news-interviews/31366958_1_wedding-bells-kangra-mcleodganj|date=19 April 2012|publisher=Times of India}}</ref> Abraham is a born [[agnostic]].<ref name=AgnosticJohn/> |
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==Career== |
==Career== |
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John Abraham | |
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Born | Farhan Abraham 17 December 1972 |
Occupation(s) | Actor, film producer, model |
Years active | 1997–present |
Height | 1.82 |
Spouse | Priya Runchal (m. 2014) |
Parent(s) | Abraham John Firoza Irani |
Website | www |
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John Abraham (born 17 December 1972), is an Indian film actor, producer and a former model. After modelling 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). Since then, Abraham has starred in many critically and commercially successful films including Dostana (2008), New York (2009), Force (2011), Shootout at Wadala (2013) and Madras Cafe (2013).
In 2012, he produced his first film Vicky Donor, which was a critical and commercial success, and earned him a National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Then he established his own production house, John Abraham Entertainment. His second film as a producer was Madras Cafe, which garnered fantastic critical acclaim. His athletic and muscular physique has contributed to his status as one of the most influential sex symbols in Bollywood.[3][4] He is the co-owner of the Indian Super League football team NorthEast United FC.[5][6]
Early and personal life
"I am an agnostic, which means that I believe in the presence of a supreme being but I pay my respects to all religions. I visit the Siddhivinayak temple, Haji Ali Dargah and also Mount Mary Church. I believe in doing good; it transcends all religious beliefs."
—Abraham on his religious beliefs.[7]
John Abraham was born to a Malayali father and a Zoroastrian mother. His father, Abraham John, is an architect from Aluva, Kerala; his mother is Firoza Irani. Abraham's Persian name is "Farhan" while his father being a Marthomite Syrian Christian named him "John."[8][9] He has a sister Susy Mathew[10][11][12] and a younger brother Alan Abraham. Abraham studied at Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai. He got his bachelor's degree in economics from Jai Hind College. Abraham also received an MBA from Mumbai Education Trust.[13][14][15][16]
During the filming of Jism in 2002, Abraham began to date his co-star Bipasha Basu. They were in a relationship until early 2011.[17] Whilst together, the two were often referred to as a supercouple in the Indian media.[18] He is now married to Priya Runchal,[19] an NRI financial analyst and investment banker from the USA but native to McLeodganj, whom he met in Mumbai, in December 2010.[20] Abraham is a born agnostic.[7]
Career
Modeling
John Abraham started his modelling career appearing in the music video of the song "Surma" by Punjabi singer Jazzy B.[21] 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.[22] In 1999, he won the Gladrags Manhunt Contest and went to the Philippines for Manhunt International, where he runner up second place.[23] 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.[24]
Actor
Abraham made his acting debut with Jism (2003), an erotic thriller film which according to Box Office India, was "Average" grossing 1,32,500,000 Rs.[25]
His next films included a paranormal Romance 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 the third highest grossing film of the year.[26]
In 2005 he starred in the supernatural thriller Kaal and the comedy Garam Masala both of which did well at the box office.[27] 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. Abraham attended the ceremony along with the film's crew and makers but the film lost to Germany's The Lives of Others.[28]
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.[29] In that same year, he starred in the films Zinda, Taxi No. 9211, Baabul and Kabul Express.[30] 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,[31] though it did well in the overseas markets.[32] His last two 2007 releases included the 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.
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 the multi-starrer Race 2 which was commercially successful, though his second release the coming-of-age romantic comedy I, Me Aur Main, under performed at the box office. His next release was Shootout at Wadala, in which he was portraying the role of gangster Manya Surve which gained positive reviews. The film emerged a success at the box office. His latest movie Madras Cafe, which also is a second movie for him as a producer garnered much critical acclaim, also the collections of the movie saw an upward trend after the terrific word of mouth.
Producer
Abraham debuted as a producer was titled Vicky Donor (2012) and the film featured Ayushmann Khurrana, Annu Kapoor and Yami Gautam in lead roles. Abraham also appeared in an item-number for the film.[33] It opened to positive response, and turned out to be a critical and commercial success. His second production, Madras Cafe which is also directed by Shoojit Sircar, opened to overwhelming response from the critics.
Upcoming projects
After having no release in 2014, Abraham's first release in 2015 was Welcome Back, sequel to the 2007 film Welcome opposite Shruti Haasan and Anil Kapoor. Welcome Back was moderated success at the box office. He has also commenced filming for Rocky Handsome[34] opposite Shruti Haasan and Nathalia Kaur slated for February 2016 release. He has also begun work on a crime thriller Mumbai Saga alongside Huma Qureshi and Vivek Oberoi. He started filming for Hera Pheri 3 in March 2015.[35]
Social causes
Abraham takes an interest in PETA and Habitat for Humanity.[36][37] He donated ₹1 Lakh to the Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai, according to his website.[38]
In January 2009, Abraham led a group of Indian celebrities in the Mumbai Marathon, an annual event to benefit the United Way. He did not run the marathon, but encouraged the participants by waving at them from the start line.[39]
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.[40][41]
Filmography
Actor
Year | Film | Character Name | Notes |
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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 | Won – 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 | Won – Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role |
2006 | Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna | Special appearance in the song "Where's The Party Tonight?" | |
2006 | Taxi No. 9211 | Jai Mittal | |
2006 | Baabul | Rajat | Won – Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor |
2006 | Kabul Express | Suhel 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 | Madras Cafe | Vikram Singh | |
2015 | Welcome Back | Ajju | |
2015 | Rocky Handsome | Filming | |
2015 | Hera Pheri 3 | Raju | Filming |
2016 | Dishoom | TBA | Pre-production |
2016 | Force 2 | TBA | Pre-production |
2016 | Mumbai Saga | TBA | Pre- production |
Producer
Year | Film | Notes |
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2012 | Vicky Donor | National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment Nominated – Filmfare Award for Best Film |
2013 | Madras Cafe | |
2015 | Rocky Handsome | Filming |
2015 | Satra Ko Shaadi Hai | Filming[42] |
2016 | Agra Ka Daabra | Pre-production |
Awards and nominations
Other awards
Year | Award | Won | Notes |
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2006 | Rajiv Gandhi Award for his achievement in Bollywood | Yes | [43] |
2007 | Giant International Awards for his contribution to Indian cinema | Yes | |
2008 | Sexiest Asian Man | Yes | [44] |
2009 | Loins Club Award | Yes | [45] |
2011 | India's Sexiest Bachelor by the BIG CBS PRIME | Yes | [46] |
2012 | Most Stylish Man – GQ Awards (India) | Yes | [47] |
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- ^ "Water (2005)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 3 September 2010.
- ^ "John Abraham, People's sexiest man alive, says girlfriend thrilled with the tag". IBNLive. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
- ^ "John Abraham, named the sexiest man alive by People magazine (PHOTOS) – Style Me India". Style Me India. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
- ^ Basu, Saumyajit. "Stars embrace football through Indian Super League". Times of India. Retrieved 22 April 2014.
- ^ "Indian Super League sees interest from 30 franchise bidders". Business Standard. Retrieved 22 April 2014.
- ^ a b I am a firm professor of self-belief: John Abraham. The Times of India. September 13, 2011
- ^ Priya Gupta (6 December 2012). "Hrithik is more good-looking than me: John Abraham". Times Of India. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
- ^ "John Abraham Indian actor Model Profile biography Movie list » Psyphil Celebrity Blog". Celebrity.psyphil.com. 17 December 1992. Retrieved 13 June 2012.
- ^ "Pics: John Abraham with his cousin Susy Matthew". Indicine.com. 21 February 2012. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
- ^ Manav Manglani. "John Abraham Gifts Audi Q Life To Sister-in-law On Her Birthday In Bandra". Koimoi.com. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
- ^ "John Abraham gives his sister-in-law an Beater Car". Pinkvilla. 10 October 2012. Retrieved 6 February 2013.
- ^ 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 13 June 2012.
- ^ "John Abraham". John Abraham. Retrieved 13 June 2012.
- ^ "John Abraham Latest Movies Videos Images Photos Wallpapers Songs Biography Trivia On". Gomolo.com. Retrieved 13 June 2012.
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- ^ "It's London in spring time!". The Times of India. 4 April 2007. Retrieved 3 September 2009.
- ^ "Priya Runchal". Miss Mahi. 3 June 2014.
- ^ "Wedding bells Kangra Mcleodganj". Times of India. 19 April 2012.
- ^ "Surma' - John Abraham Jazzy B (Punjabi Album) HQ.flv". YouTube. 21 October 2010. Retrieved 21 July 2012.
- ^ "John Abraham-Portfolio Pics- The Times of India Photogallery Page 57". Photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 21 July 2012.
- ^ "Images: Top models who became actors – Rediff Getahead". Rediff.com. 19 November 2010. Retrieved 21 July 2012.
- ^ "Birthday Boy John Abraham » NDTV Movies". Movies.ndtv.com. Retrieved 21 July 2012.
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- ^ "Box Office 2004". Dhoom. Boxofficeindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
- ^ "Box Office 2005". Boxofficeindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
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- ^ "Bollywood rocks Atlantic City". bollyvista.com. Retrieved 12 May 2006.
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- ^ "Box Office 2007". Salaam-e-Ishq. Boxofficeindia.com. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
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- ^ "John Abraham shoots an item number for 'Vicky Donor'". Page3bollywood.com. 20 March 2012. Retrieved 13 June 2012.
- ^ "John Abraham beefs up for 'Rocky Handsome' and 'Dishoom'". No. Mid-Day.com. Mid Day. Retrieved 17 March 2015.
- ^ Hiren Kotwani (24 January 2015). "Hera Pheri 3 promises to be thrice as funny".
- ^ "Habitat for Humanity". Johnabraham.com. Retrieved 29 June 2007.
- ^ "Habitat for Humanity". Habitatindia.in. Retrieved 29 June 2007.
- ^ "John Donates Rs 10 Lakh to Pediatric Centre of Nanavati Hospital". Johnabraham.com. Retrieved 9 December 2007.
- ^ "John with Soha at Mumbai Marathon". Radiosargam.com. Retrieved 19 January 2009.
- ^ "Ban animals in circus, John urges government". Newkerala.com. Retrieved 4 January 2015.
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