Independent horror sensation Obsession has officially completed its theatrical run in India, ending its remarkable journey with an estimated ₹99.25 crore gross. While the film narrowly missed the prestigious ₹100 crore mark, its box office performance remains one of the biggest success stories for a Hollywood horror release in the country this year.
Directed by Curry Barker and starring Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette, the supernatural thriller began its run with modest expectations. However, strong audience reactions and positive word of mouth helped the film maintain exceptional momentum over several weeks, transforming it into an unexpected blockbuster.
Unlike many genre films that witness a sharp drop after the opening weekend, Obsession displayed outstanding staying power. The horror thriller continued to attract moviegoers week after week, steadily climbing the box office charts and emerging as one of the year's most talked-about Hollywood releases in India.
Although the film ultimately fell short of the ₹100 crore milestone by less than ₹1 crore, its theatrical performance has set a new benchmark for independent horror cinema. The near-century run highlights the growing appetite among Indian audiences for well-crafted international horror films backed by compelling storytelling rather than massive production budgets.
Beyond India, Obsession has also enjoyed tremendous global success, earning widespread critical acclaim and impressive worldwide box office numbers. Its extraordinary theatrical run has firmly established it as one of 2026's biggest breakout horror hits.
For the cast and filmmakers, the film's success represents a major career milestone, while its India performance demonstrates that quality content can overcome conventional box office expectations. Even without entering the ₹100 crore club, Obsession has secured its place as one of the most successful Hollywood horror releases ever seen in the Indian market.