Who Is Abbas (actor)? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on May 21, 1975, Abbas is a renowned Indian actor best known for his work in Tamil and Telugu cinema. As of 2025, Abbas is 50 years old. He made his acting debut in the late 1990s and quickly gained popularity through his stunning performances and charm. He has since garnered a significant fan base and has worked on numerous successful films, establishing himself as a versatile actor in the Indian film industry.
| Occupation | Motivational Speaker |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 21, 1975 |
| Age | 50 Years |
| Birth Place | Howrah, West Bengal, India |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Abbas (actor)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Abbas stands tall at approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm). His weight is around 75 kg (165 lbs), which reflects his active lifestyle and commitment to fitness. While exact measurements are not publicly available, Abbas maintains a well-toned physique, which he attributes to regular workouts and a balanced diet.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Abbas is known to keep his personal life relatively private. He is married to a beautiful woman whose name is not widely known in the public sphere. The couple has two children, and Abbas often posts about his family life on social media, highlighting the strong bond he shares with them. Rumors of past relationships and dating experiences are common among celebrities, but Abbas has mostly focused on his family and career since marrying.
Abbas married Erum Hussain Khan in 1997. After marriage, Erum launched her own label known as Erum ALi & EA Bridal Lounge. The couple have a daughter and a son. Erum designed costumes for movies, notably Aayirathil Oruvan and Guru En Aalu, where Abbas' co-star Madhavan's wife, Saritha, also worked as a designer.
Net Worth and Salary
Abbas has enjoyed a successful career in acting, which has significantly contributed to his net worth. As of 2025, it is estimated that he has a net worth of around $5 million, thanks to his extensive work in films, endorsements, and other ventures. His salary varies per project, but he is known to command a substantial fee for his roles, reflecting his experience and popularity in the industry.
Career, Business and Investments
Abbas's career spans over two decades, during which he has appeared in numerous hit films, showcasing his acting skills in various genres, including romance, drama, and action. Beyond acting, he has ventured into production and has involved himself with various business investments, including real estate and entertainment ventures. His keen interest in nurturing new talent in the industry has also led him to support aspiring actors and filmmakers.
Following a career as a fashion model, he made his film debut with Kathir's Kadhal Desam (1996), which became a great success and gave him instant recognition.
Abbas went on to work in successful movies such as VIP (1997), Pooveli (1998), Padayappa (1999), Suyamvaram (1999), Malabar Police (1999), Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000), Minnale (2001), Aanandham (2001), Pammal K. Sambandam (2002), Adi Thadi (2004), Guru En Aalu (2009), and Ramanujan (2014).
Social Network
Abbas is quite active on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter, where he engages with fans and shares glimpses of his life and career. His online presence allows him to connect with his audience, promoting his projects and also giving insights into his day-to-day life. As of 2025, he boasts a following of over a million on these platforms, making him a well-followed celebrity in the Indian entertainment scene.
In 1999, Abbas acted in eight movies — four Telugu, three Tamil and one Malayalam. He began 1999 by debuting in Malayalam cinema with Kannezhuthi Pottum Thottu, alongside Manju Warrier. The film became a super-hit at the box office. His next appearance was in Raja (1999), alongside Venkatesh and Soundarya and the film became a blockbuster.
Abbas played the role of Rajinikanth's son-in-law in Padayappa, which became the highest-grossing Tamil film of 1999.
He played a lead role in Suyamvaram (1999), which was planned by Giridharilal Nagpal, who produced and wrote the film's story and brought together 14 major directors, 19 cinematographers and over 30 leading actors in the Tamil film industry.
It became notable for casting the most stars in a film and also for being the quickest ever feature-length film made, with filming being completed in 23 hours and 58 minutes. The film also became a commercial success at the box office.
Education
Abbas completed his schooling in Chennai, India. He pursued higher education at a local university, equipping him with the knowledge and skills that would aid him in his acting career. While specific details of his educational journey are not widely publicized, it is clear that his background helped shape him into the professional he is today.
Abbas grew up watching Hindi films. His maternal grandfather, Farrukh Mirza, acted in Neel Darpan (Bengali) and his paternal family was related to actor Feroz Khan. He partook in modelling assignments since his modeling in the college days won "Face of 94" in Bangalore.
His model colleagues included Dino Morea, Suman Ranganathan, Rajeev Gopalkrishna, Rahul Dev and Sameer Malhotra. He speaks Tamil, and Telugu.
