When John Abraham chose this gorgeous South Indian star as his companion on a lonely island…

John Abraham is a big fan of Shobana and had called her one of the most ‘respectful, dignified women I have come across.’

Shobana continues to receive praise for her work in Kalki 2898 AD, which is on a bumper run at the box office. Did you know that actor John Abraham is also a massive fan of the National Award-winning star? In an interview on Mazhavil Manorama's YouTube channel, John had shared that if he had to pick a woman whose company he would like on an island, then it would be none other than Shobana! (Also read: Mohanlal reunites with Shobana for his 360th film directed by Tharun Moorthy. See new pics)

What John said about Shobana

John Abraham also said he was left amazed after one of Shobana's dance performances.

In an interview from February 2016, John was asked if he was marooned in an island and had to pick one woman whose company he would like, then who would he choose. In response, John said, “I will tell you one actress I would like for company. Shobana! She is one of the most gorgeous women I have seen and one of the most talented women I have seen.”

When asked whether John has seen any of Shobana's dance performances, he said: “Yes I have! I have seen her in Ramayan, where she plays Raavan. I was amazed! I have met her, so I think that she is one of the most respectful, dignified woman I have come across. When you talk about beauty, especially the eyes, I would say I would love to be marooned in an island with Shobana not for any other reason but she makes intelligent conversations. She is superb!”

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John was last seen in Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. He will be seen next in Vedaa.