John Abraham's 3 rules that have helped keep his marriage with banker Priya Runchal rock solid over 11 years
John Abraham, who married Priya Runchal 11 years ago, maintains a private life away from the Bollywood spotlight. He recently revealed that keeping his personal life separate from his film career is a conscious decision he shares with Priya. The actor is gearing up for the release of Tehran.
John Abraham and Priya Runchal took wedding vows with each other in 2014 in a private ceremony in US (Credit: Instagram) John Abraham broke millions of hearts when he got married to Priya Runchal, 11 years ago. Despite his high-octane image on-screen, the Bollywood actor lives a life of striking contrast off-screen. Known for fiercely guarding his privacy, John has rarely allowed the spotlight into his personal world, especially when it comes to his marriage to US-based investment banker Priya. But in a recent interview, the actor opened up about the quiet choices that have helped him lead what he proudly calls a 'scandal-free' life.
John and Priya tied the knot in 2014 in a private ceremony in the United States. The marriage only became public when John subtly mentioned it in a New Year's greeting signed, "John and Priya Abraham." Since then, the couple has rarely made public appearances together. During a recent candid chat, John revealed that this discretion is a deliberate and mutual decision. "That is a very conscious decision," he told India Today, adding, "because my films have nothing to do with my personal life." He shared that both he and Priya value their privacy and prefer to keep their relationship intimate and out of the media's reach.One of the reasons his name seldom makes it to gossip headlines, John said, is because he has never hired a publicist or an agent. "In all these years, I have never had someone manufacturing stories for me out there. Once my films are over, I become not newsworthy, and I go into my shell. I come out only when I have something relevant to say,' he explained.When he's not acting, John spends his time working on passion projects like his football academy in Shillong, or writing scripts. This retreat from the limelight is also tied to his deeply disciplined lifestyle.John openly shared that he avoids Bollywood parties, a space where most celebrity headlines are born. He quipped, "I never went to parties even before I got married. The music is too loud, and I don't drink alcohol. I have a problem with alcohol because my father loves his single malt." Instead, he follows a regimented schedule: early to bed, and waking up by 4–4:30 am. He spends his mornings reading extensively and catching up on world news, not celebrity gossip.
Earlier, the Diplomat actor praised Priya Runchal for her intellect and poise. A highly accomplished investment banker, Priya prefers to stay away from media attention. 'She's a very private person, and I respect that. I'm very lucky,' John said.
Meanwhile, on the professional front, John was last seen in The Diplomat . He is gearing up for the release of Tehran , a geopolitical thriller. It will premiere on Zee5 on August 14.
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