What to Expect from Curry Barker's Upcoming Thriller 'Obsession' Hitting Theatres Soon

Curry Barker's 'Obsession' Set for Theatrical Release

Curry Barker’s psychological thriller Obsession is scheduled to premiere in theatres on May 29. The film received its certification from the Central Board of Film Certification on May 6, ahead of its Indian release. As the date draws near, information regarding its certification has been circulating on social media platforms. The certificate indicates that the Indian CBFC requested several modifications from the filmmakers of Obsession. These changes include the addition of anti-smoking and anti-alcohol messages, as well as edits related to the film's portrayal of violence and sensitive topics.

CBFC's Requested Changes for 'Obsession'

What modifications did the Indian CBFC request for Obsession

According to the widely circulated certificate from the censor board, the CBFC instructed the creators of Obsession to ‘reduce the depiction of intense violence’ and ‘remove explicit sexual content’. They also requested the removal of scenes featuring nudity. In total, 38 seconds of footage was mandated to be cut. After the CBFC's approval, the final runtime of Obsession stands at 110.29 minutes.

Overview of 'Obsession'

Everything you need to know about Obsession

The synopsis for the version approved by the censor board reads: “After breaking the mysterious 'One Wish Willow' to win over his crush, a hopeless romantic finds himself receiving exactly what he wished for, only to discover that some desires come with a dark and sinister cost.”

Budget and Box Office Success

Obsession movie budget

Obsession made its international debut on May 15. Reports suggest that it has emerged as one of the most notable indie horror successes of 2026. The film was produced on a budget of less than USD 1 million and has already grossed over USD 75 million globally within weeks, with the second week showing even higher earnings. Obsession stars Michael Johnston as Bear, Inde Navarrette as Nikki, along with Cooper Tomlinson and Andy Richter. The director shared that horror is a genre that allows filmmakers to explore extreme ideas and emotions in a genuine and impactful way. He stated, “Whether it’s an obsession with a person or something else, the concept of being entirely consumed by something has always intrigued me, and horror seemed like the perfect genre to explore that. Inspired by an episode of The Simpsons, the blend of obsession and a wish-granting element truly ignited the idea for the narrative.”

Festival Journey of 'Obsession'

Obsession's film festival journey

Obsession had its world premiere in the Midnight Madness section of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Following this, the film continued its festival journey at events such as Fantastic Fest and South by Southwest (SXSW).