A low-budget horror film made by a first-time filmmaker is steadily becoming a surprise success story in India. Obsession, directed by 26-year-old filmmaker Curry Barker, continues to attract moviegoers days after its release and has emerged as one of the most talked-about international films currently playing in theatres.
The psychological horror thriller initially gained attention through social media discussions. Since then, strong word of mouth has helped the film maintain audience interest, even during weekdays when collections typically slow down.
Obsession Crosses Rs 12 Crore Mark in India
According to box office tracking platform Sacnilk, Obsession collected Rs 2.75 crore on its fifth day in India.
With this performance, the film’s total India net collection has reached Rs 12.50 crore, while its gross collection stands at approximately Rs 14.87 crore.
The latest figures also show positive momentum for the film. Tuesday’s earnings were higher than Monday’s collection of Rs 2 crore, suggesting that audience interest remains strong despite the usual weekday decline in ticket sales.
Social Media Buzz Fuels Audience Interest
One of the key reasons behind the film’s growing popularity has been its strong online presence.
Viewers have been actively discussing the film’s disturbing storyline, suspenseful atmosphere, and psychological horror elements across social media platforms. As a result, curiosity around the movie has continued to grow.
The film received an additional boost when Bollywood stars Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shared positive reactions online, introducing the movie to a wider audience.
Their endorsements helped increase awareness among movie fans who may not have initially considered watching the independent horror release.
Strong Performance in Overseas Markets
While the film is performing well in India, its international box office numbers have been even more impressive.
Reports indicate that Obsession has generated approximately Rs 360 crore from overseas markets, contributing significantly to its worldwide success.
Its global box office collection has reportedly reached around Rs 1,250 crore, making it one of the biggest surprise hits of the year.
The film’s success demonstrates how strong storytelling and audience recommendations can sometimes outperform expectations, even without a massive production budget.
Record-Breaking Run in North America
The horror thriller has also achieved several notable milestones in North America.
According to international reports, Obsession recorded the highest second-weekend growth for a film in the region outside the Christmas season in more than 40 years.
The movie has also become the highest-grossing release for Focus Features in North America.
In doing so, it surpassed the previous record held by the popular film Downton Abbey.
A Breakthrough Moment for Curry Barker
For director Curry Barker, the success of Obsession marks an extraordinary debut.
As a first-time filmmaker, Barker has managed to create a film that resonates with audiences across multiple countries. The movie’s growing popularity has also brought attention to his work within the global film industry.
With strong collections continuing in India and overseas, Obsession appears set to extend its successful theatrical run in the coming weeks.
Obsession Box Office Summary
- Day 5 India Collection: Rs 2.75 crore
- India Net Collection: Rs 12.50 crore
- India Gross Collection: Rs 14.87 crore
- Overseas Collection: Rs 360 crore
- Worldwide Collection: Rs 1,250 crore
As positive word of mouth continues to spread, the psychological horror film remains one of the biggest surprise performers at the global box office this year.