Vikram Bhatt Compares Hollywood Horror Obsession to His Film Raaz, Comments on Genre
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt compared the Hollywood supernatural horror film Obsession to his 2002 hit Raaz, noting strong similarities in story elements. Though he has not seen Obsession, Bhatt praised its quality and emphasized that effective horror relies on believable fear rather than star power. He explained that major actors may hinder realism, as audiences seek genuine fear experiences. Obsession, directed by Curry Barker, has achieved significant commercial success globally and in India.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (70/100). Lens Score 37/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- indiatoday— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- english— balanced framing, positive sentiment
- hindustantimes— balanced framing, positive sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles focus on entertainment industry perspectives without political framing. They present Vikram Bhatt's views on horror filmmaking and the success of Obsession, reflecting industry and audience considerations. There is no evident political bias, as coverage centers on film comparisons and genre analysis rather than political issues.
The tone across the articles is generally positive, highlighting the commercial success of Obsession and Bhatt's appreciation of its storytelling. Bhatt's comments convey respect for the film and the horror genre's appeal, with no negative or critical sentiment. The coverage maintains an appreciative and neutral tone toward both films.
How 3 sources covered this story
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