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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has praised the indie supernatural horror film Obsession, highlighting its success despite a modest budget of around Rs 7 crore and absence of big stars, lavish production, or extensive locations. He commended director Curry Barker's unique visual style and editing, calling the film a game-changer that challenges industry norms favoring high-budget spectacles. Varma also compared a viral scene from Obsession to Urmila Matondkar's iconic performance in his 1999 thriller Kaun, a view shared by many fans.
We measured how 13 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (72/100). Lens Score 32/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
The article group primarily reflects perspectives from the film industry and audience reactions, focusing on artistic and commercial aspects of the film Obsession. Ram Gopal Varma's views dominate, emphasizing filmmaking craft over star power or budget. There is no evident political framing; coverage centers on cinematic innovation and audience reception without partisan angles.
The overall sentiment across the articles is positive, with admiration for Obsession's filmmaking and its challenge to conventional industry beliefs. While some internet backlash is noted regarding Varma's comment about the character Nikki, the tone remains largely appreciative of the film's success and technical merits. The comparison to Kaun is framed nostalgically and respectfully, reinforcing a favorable mood.
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|
| firstpost | Ram Gopal Varma heaps praises on horror film 'Obsession,' compares it with his own psychological thriller 'Kaun' | Center | Positive |
| news18 | Ram Gopal Varma compares 'Obsession' with Urmila Matondkar's 'Kaun' | Center | Neutral |
| hindustantimes | Ram Gopal Varma says Inde Navarrette's act in Obsession reminded him of Urmila Matondkar from Kaun? | Center |
hindustantimes broke this story on 7 Jun, 11:33 am. Other outlets followed.
Well-covered story — coverage matches public importance.
| Positive |
| indiatvnews | 'No big stars, no grand locations': Ram Gopal Varma admits he's 'obsessed' with Obsession - India TV News | Center | Positive |
| timesnow | Urmila Matondkar Was Bollywood's Nikki Before Obsession - Ram Gopal Varma Recalls Kaun While Praising Curry Barker's Horror Film | Center | Positive |
| news18 | RGV says he is "OBSESSED with OBSESSION," calls film a game-changer for theatres | Center | Positive |
| indianexpress | Why RGV believes Obsession is a masterclass for filmmakers: 'No big stars, no heavy VFX' | Center | Positive |
| freepressjournal | Ram Gopal Varma Says Inde Navarrette's Obsession Scene Reminded Him Of Urmila Matondkar In Kaun; Netizens React | Center | Positive |
| ndtv | Ram Gopal Varma Is 'Obsessed With i Obsession i ', Calls It A Game Changer | Center | Positive |
| english | 'Every Woman Has A Little Bit Of Nikki': Ram Gopal Varma's Take On Obsession Sparks Backlash | Center | Neutral |
| news18 | Ram Gopal Varma Says 'Obsession' Scene Reminded Him Of Urmila Matondkar In 'Kaun', Fans Say 'Same To Same' | Center | Positive |
| indiatoday | RGV reviews Obsession: The Rs 7 crore film that rewrote rules of theatrical success | Center | Positive |
| hindustantimes | Ram Gopal Varma says indie horror Obsession worked as 'every woman has a bit of Nikki in her', internet roasts him | Center | Neutral |
