A tiny independent horror film made on a shoestring budget has pulled off the unthinkable at the 2026 box office. Titled Obsession, the supernatural thriller has become one of the most profitable films of the year, outperforming several massive studio-backed blockbusters in terms of return on investment. According to reports, the film was made for less than 1 million dollars roughly 7 crore rupees and has already earned close to 100 million dollars worldwide within days of release.

Obsession roars louder at Box office

Directed, written, and edited by filmmaker Curry Barker, Obsession stars Michael Johnston as Bear, a lonely music store employee who stumbles upon a mysterious supernatural toy capable of granting wishes. His desire to make childhood friend Nikki, played by Inde Navarrette, fall in love with him triggers terrifying consequences that spiral into psychological horror.