# Hollywood Horror Obsession Kicks Off With Rs 2 Crore on Day 1 in India — Can It Become the Next Indie Box Office Surprise?

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Published: 2026-05-30  
Updated: 2026-05-30  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Hollywood horror films have had a quietly impressive run at the Indian box office lately, and *Obsession* is the latest to throw its hat into the ring. Directed by Curry Barker and starring Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette, the film has opened on a genuinely promising note — and the early buzz suggests this one has legs.

## Obsession — Film Facts

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| Film Title | Obsession |
| Lead Cast | Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette |
| Director | Curry Barker (also writer & editor) |
| Genre | Horror |
| Music | Rock Burwell |
| Cinematography | Taylor Clemons |
| Distributor | Focus Feature |

## Opening Day Numbers — The Breakdown

*Obsession* collected Rs. 1.50 crore on its Day 1 in India, after encouraging paid previews of Rs. 50 lakh — taking its opening day total to Rs. 2 crore gross at the Indian box office.

![Obsession](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/obsbshsh-1024x576.webp)

| Collection Period | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Paid Previews | Rs. 0.50 crore |
| Day 1 | Rs. 1.50 crore |
| **Opening Day Total** | **Rs. 2.00 crore** |

For a Hollywood indie horror film with no major franchise backing, that is a solid start by any measure.

## What’s the Weekend Projection?

Based on current trends, *Obsession* is expected to collect Rs. 6–7 crore during its opening weekend in India — a good result for an indie horror film at the Indian box office. The film is also witnessing a strong run in the US, and the initial word-of-mouth in India appears extremely positive.

The Indian horror audience has matured considerably, as the genre — both domestic and international — has found a dedicated fanbase. To understand how indie horror filmmaking has evolved globally, [Wikipedia’s page on independent film](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independent_film) offers great context.

For more Hollywood box office updates and entertainment news, visit [TechnoSports’ entertainment section](https://www.technosports.co.in/category/entertainment/).

## Can It Follow *The Mummy*‘s Path?

There is genuine curiosity around whether *Obsession* can replicate a theatrical run similar to Lee Cronin’s *The Mummy* and emerge as a clean hit in India. *The Mummy* wrapped its Indian theatrical run at Rs. 35 crore — a benchmark that would make *Obsession* a significant success if matched.

The word-of-mouth factor will be decisive this weekend. If audiences spread the word, the numbers could climb sharply from Saturday onward.

## FAQs

### **Q: What is the *Obsession* movie about and who stars in it?**

 *Obsession* is a Hollywood horror film directed by Curry Barker, starring Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette, distributed by Focus Features — it opened in India on May 30, 2026 with a promising Rs. 2 crore Day 1 collection.

### **Q: How much can *Obsession* collect in its opening weekend in India?**

 Trade estimates project an opening weekend of Rs. 6–7 crore in India, supported by strong early word-of-mouth and a gravity-defying US performance.