'Obsession' Becomes Highest-Grossing Hollywood Film of 2026 in India
The horror thriller 'Obsession,' directed by Curry Barker, has become the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2026 in India, earning over Rs 77 crore nett in 24 days. It surpassed Ryan Gosling's 'Project Hail Mary,' which earned around Rs 75 crore nett. Despite a modest budget and lesser-known cast, 'Obsession' gained strong word-of-mouth, contributing to its steady box office growth. The film follows a supernatural story involving a wish with dire consequences and has outperformed other Hollywood releases like 'Michael' and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' in India.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- indianexpress— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- thetelegraph— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles focus primarily on box office performance and film industry data without political framing. They present commercial success and industry comparisons neutrally, highlighting factors like budget, star power, and audience reception. No political viewpoints or ideological perspectives are evident, as coverage centers on entertainment and market outcomes.
The tone across the articles is generally positive, emphasizing 'Obsession's' unexpected commercial success and strong word-of-mouth. While factual and measured, the coverage conveys appreciation for the film's performance relative to its budget and competition, reflecting an optimistic sentiment about its market impact.
How 2 sources covered this story
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