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John Abraham has repeatedly proven that he is more than just a good body. With his conscious film choices, the actor has reinvented himself over the years and has appeared in projects from a wide range of genres. From action to comedies and thrillers to patriotic dramas, the star has done it all. As John Abraham continues to impress the audience, let’s look at five of his best films, ranked based on their IMDb ratings.
5. Taxi No. 9 2 11 (2006)
IMDb: 7.3
Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video
In 2006, John Abraham teamed up with Nana Patekar for this memorable comedy thriller. Directed by Milan Luthria, Taxi No. 9 2 11 (Nau Do Gyarah) follows the story of Raghav Shastri (Patekar), a hot-tempered taxi driver, and Jai Mittal (Abraham), a spoiled heir fighting for his late father’s fortune. Jai learns that his father’s property has been left to a family friend and challenges the will in court, claiming he has the original will stored in a vault. On the day of the hearing, Jai hires Raghav’s taxi but drops his vault key in the car after an accident. Raghav, who finds the key, refuses to return it, leading to a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse that could change their lives. Also starring Sameera Reddy, Sonali Kulkarni, Shivaji Satam, and Kurush Deboo, Taxi No. 9 2 11 was declared a hit with praise directed toward Patekar and Abraham’s performances.
4. No Smoking (2007)
IMDb: 7.3
Where to Watch: Zee5
Counted among the underrated gems of Bollywood, this Anurag Kashyap directorial is bound to leave you with more questions than answers. No Smoking stars John Abraham as K, a wealthy and arrogant man addicted to smoking. After his wife, Anjali (Ayesha Takia), threatens to leave him unless he quits, K seeks help at a mysterious rehabilitation center run by Baba Bengali (Paresh Rawal). The center uses extreme and bizarre methods to cure addictions. K agrees to the treatment but soon discovers that quitting smoking comes at a terrifying cost. As he defies the rules, his life spirals out of control, with Baba Bengali using surreal powers to punish him. While the psychological thriller film bombed at the box office, it found love years later and has achieved a cult status.
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3. Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran (2018)
IMDb: 7.6
Where to Watch: Zee5
Based on the actual events of India’s nuclear tests in 1998, Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran follows IAS officer Ashwat Raina, played by John Abraham, who leads a covert operation to conduct the tests in Pokhran, Rajasthan, despite challenges from international surveillance. The operation, Shakti, is carried out under extreme secrecy and precision, marking India as a nuclear power. The cast also includes Diana Penty as Captain Ambalika and Boman Irani as the Secretary of the Prime Minister. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran received mixed reviews from critics but was appreciated by the audience, grossing Rs 91 crore worldwide.
2. Madras Cafe (2013)
IMDb: 7.6
Where to Watch: Netflix
Another film based on a true story, Madras Cafe, is a political thriller that delves into the complexities of the Sri Lankan civil war and the assassination of a former Prime Minister. Helmed by Shoojit Sircar, the film stars John Abraham as Vikram Singh, an Indian intelligence officer sent to Sri Lanka on a covert mission during the civil war. His task is to weaken the rebel group LTF, but he uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving international powers. As Vikram navigates this dangerous situation, he faces betrayal and tough moral choices. Co-starring Nargis Fakhri and Raashi Khanna, Madras Cafe received critical acclaim for its gripping story about war, politics, and espionage. The film’s box office performance was termed above-average, and it earned several awards and nominations.
1. Water (2005)
IMDb: 7.7
Where to Watch: Not Available on Streaming
John Abraham was still in the early phase of his career when he made an unconventional choice by starring in Deepa Mehta’s Water. The critically acclaimed film was a co-production between India, Canada, and the US. Set in 1938, during British colonial rule, the film explores the lives of widows who are forced into an ashram, where they are condemned to a life of poverty and isolation. The story centers on an 8-year-old widow named Chuyia (Sarala Kariyawasam), who is sent to the ashram after her husband’s death. There, she meets other widows, including Kalyani (Lisa Ray) and Shakuntala (Seema Biswas). Kalyani falls in love with Narayan (John Abraham), a progressive man portrayed by John Abraham, who challenges the oppressive traditions. Water was Canada’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 79th Academy Awards and was nominated at the ceremony, though it did not win.
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