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When does Obsession come out on streaming? What we know as Curry Barker’s film continues to dominate box office

When does Obsession come out on streaming? What we know as Curry Barker’s film continues to dominate box office

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Curry Barker’s Obsession, produced on a micro-budget of under $1 million (estimated $750,000), has become a historic box-office phenomenon. The film defied horror movie trends, posted consecutive weekend revenue increases and went on to become the highest-grossing film acquisition in history. Movie buffs now can’t wait to know when Obsession comes out on streaming. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MAY 11: (L-R) Michael Johnston, Curry Barker, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless and Andy Richter attend the Los Angeles Special Screening of Focus Features’ “Obsession” at the Hollywood Legion Theater on May 11, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Frazer Harrison / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP) When does Obsession come out on streaming? While Obsession initially had a streaming date, its unprecedented box office performance has prompted its distributor, Focus Features, to hold off. The movie was originally scheduled for digital release on June 2, 2026. Also Read | How Obsession’s most shocking jumpscare scene was shot using a doll, jelly glass, fake …

Michael moonwalks back to #1 at box office in 4th week, beats new releases; Michael Jackson film soars past 0 million

Michael moonwalks back to #1 at box office in 4th week, beats new releases; Michael Jackson film soars past $700 million

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Michael, the biopic about late music superstar Michael Jackson, has returned to the top spot at the North American box office in its 4th week. The film is also the world’s number one this weekend, beating all new releases and showing impressive staying power with audiences. Michael box office collection: Jaafar Jackson plays Michael Jackson in the biopic. Michael is the #1 film at the box office, again Michael minted $26.1 million in its fourth weekend in North America alone, according to estimates from Exhibitor Relations and figures reported by BoxOfficeMojo. Worldwide, the film grossed over $60 million this weekend, the highest of any film. At the North American box office, The Devil Wears Prada 2, which earned $18 million in US and Canadian theatres, ranked second. Debuting in third place was horror flick Obsession from Focus Features, which earned $16.1 million. The low-budget film stars Michael Johnston and Inde Navarrette as a man who makes a sinister bargain to win the affections of the woman he admires — and must bear the consequences. Mortal …

Shobhaa De calls hype around Akshaye Khanna’s Dhurandhar role ‘manipulative’: Even crediting his dance…

Shobhaa De calls hype around Akshaye Khanna’s Dhurandhar role ‘manipulative’: Even crediting his dance…

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Actor Akshaye Khanna has been earning widespread acclaim for his turn as gangster Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. However, veteran author and columnist Shobhaa De feels the hype built around his character was manipulative. Shobhaa De recently spoke about Akshaye Khanna’s performance in Dhurandhar. Shobhaa De on Akshaye Khanna’s hype in Dhurandhar Shobhaa De recently appeared on Rediff Originals for a podcast, posted on YouTube, where she reflected on the success of Dhurandhar and the massive hype surrounding Akshaye Khanna’s character in the film. In the spy thriller, Akshaye was seen as the menacing Pakistani gangster Rehman Dakait. His performance was applauded by many, including his dancing entry in one scene to the song Fa9la, which went viral on social media. Talking about all the chatter around Akshaye’s role in the film, Shobhaa De said, “Another manipulative aspect was creating the impression that Akshaye is the bigger star and that he alone stood out — even crediting his dance as the highlight.” She also weighed in on the film’s reception, drawing attention to Hrithik …

Rani Mukerji says Mardaani 3 proves female-led films’ worth when ‘box office conversation is around alpha males’

Rani Mukerji says Mardaani 3 proves female-led films’ worth when ‘box office conversation is around alpha males’

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Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3 is steadily passing milestones at the box office. The crime thriller has now earned ₹50 crore net at the Indian box office and ₹75 crore gross worldwide, according to the makers. ‘Thrilled’ at the milestone, Rani has praised the film and called its earnings proof that women-led films still work in India. Rani Mukerji in a still from Mardaani 3. Mardaani 3 box office update According to figures shared by Yash Raj Films, the studio behind Mardaani 3, the film has earned ₹50 crore net ( ₹61 crore gross) in India in the four weeks it has spent in theatres. Additionally, the film has made $1.53 million overseas, bringing its worldwide gross earnings to an even ₹75 crore. Trade sources put the film’s domestic earnings at a slightly lower figure of ₹43 crore net ( ₹53 crore gross). Rani Mukerji on Mardaani 3 YRF states that Mardaani 3 is the highest-grossing film in the franchise. Talking about the film’s box office collections in a statement, Rani says, “I’m deeply grateful that …

Dhurandhar becomes highest grossing film in Hindi, beats Pushpa 2 with historic ₹831 crore haul

Dhurandhar becomes highest grossing film in Hindi, beats Pushpa 2 with historic ₹831 crore haul

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Dhurandhar’s steady climb at the box office has enabled it to break another record. On Tuesday, it surpassed the Hindi language collection of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rise, to emerge as the highest-grossing film in Hindi ever. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has now earned ₹831 crore net domestically, according to the latest figures from the makers. Dhurandhar box office collection has crossed ₹831 crore. Dhurandhar overtakes Pushpa 2 On Wednesday afternoon, Jio Studios, the production house behind the film, shared a poster announcing Dhurandhar as ‘India’s highest grossing Hindi film’. The poster showed an imposing Ranveer Singh in the centre, with the words, “Thank you India. Ganpati Bappa morya (Hail Lord Ganpati).” The graphic showed the film’s net domestic collection after 33 days as ₹831 crore. Pushpa 2, the pan-India film that released in 2024, was a runaway hit with its Hindi dubbed version earning ₹821 crore itself. That stayed the record till Dhurandhar surpassed it on Tuesday. Trade sources, however, maintain that Dhurandhar’s domestic collection as of Tuesday is ₹782 crore, and it still …

Dhurandhar box office collection day 33: Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster run continues despite week 5 slowdown

Dhurandhar box office collection day 33: Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster run continues despite week 5 slowdown

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Dhurandhar box office collection Day 33: Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller continues to be the toast of the nation after an extraordinary theatrical run. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film exceeded expectations and shattered multiple box-office records to become the highest-grossing film of 2025 since its release on December 5. However, as it enters its fifth week, the momentum has finally begun to slow. Dhurandhar box office collection day 33: Ranveer Singh in a still from the film. The film combines espionage, political drama, and action, making it a top release of 2025. According to early estimates by Sacnilk, Dhurandhar earned ₹4.75 crore on day 33, taking its total India collection to an impressive ₹781.75 crore. This is an expected dip given its extended run and the fact that it was a Tuesday. 33-day breakdown of Dhurandhar’s box office The film opened strongly, earning ₹28 crore on its first day and showing solid weekend growth, peaking at ₹43 crore on the first Sunday before dipping on weekdays. It wrapped up Week 1 with ₹207.25 crore. The …

As Dhurandhar crosses ₹1000 crore, Sara Arjun thanks audiences for film’s success: ‘A victory I don’t take credit for’

As Dhurandhar crosses ₹1000 crore, Sara Arjun thanks audiences for film’s success: ‘A victory I don’t take credit for’

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₹1000 crore, Sara Arjun thanks audiences for film’s success: ‘A victory I don’t take credit for’”> ₹1000 crore, Sara Arjun thanks audiences for film’s success: ‘A victory I don’t take credit for’” data-collapse-article=”false” > Updated on: Jan 04, 2026 03:21 pm IST Sara Arjun said that audience has changed the perception that they are no longer interested in long-form storytelling, and that attention span has shortened. Dhurandhar has emerged as a blockbuster at the box office ever since it was released in theatres on December 5. The action spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar has not only become the highest-grossing film of 2025 but has also secured its place in the coveted ₹1000 crore club. Actor Sara Arjun, who made her big screen debut in Hindi opposite Ranveer Singh in the film, penned a heartfelt note on the film’s success and thanked the audience for showering so much love and support. Ranveer Singh and Sara Arjun in a still from the film, which has shattered box office records. What Sara said on Dhurandhar’s massive success …

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is now highest grossing Bollywood film in India; beat Jawan, Chhaava, Animal. See full list

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is now highest grossing Bollywood film in India; beat Jawan, Chhaava, Animal. See full list

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Updated on: Dec 27, 2025 12:29 pm IST Dhurandhar has earned ₹648 crore net in India, surpassing the lifetime collections of Jawan and Chhaava in just over three weeks. On Friday, its 22nd day in theatres, Dhurandhar crossed another huge milestone. As it took its domestic earnings to ₹648 crore, the Aditya Dhar film became the highest-grossing Bollywood film in India, beating the mark set by Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan two years ago. Dhurandhar is now set to cross ₹700 crore domestically, and potentially even challenge Pushpa 2: The Rule for the highest collections by a Hindi film in India. Ranveer Singh plays an Indian spy sent to Pakistan in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. Dhurandhar becomes the highest-grossing Bollywood film On Friday, Dhurandhar started its fourth week at the ticket window with a net collection of just over ₹15 crore. This has taken its domestic collection to ₹648.50 crore net after 22 days. Dhurandhar is now at number 1 in the list of the highest-grossing Bollywood films domestically, having displaced Atlee’s Jawan, which earned ₹640 crore …

Made for million, earned 2 million, how a kids’ movie became world’s highest-grossing film; beat Star Wars, Jaws | Hollywood

Made for $10 million, earned $792 million, how a kids’ movie became world’s highest-grossing film; beat Star Wars, Jaws | Hollywood

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Jan 29, 2025 05:22 PM IST In 1982, a kids’ film with no big stars dethroned Star Wars as the highest-grossing film in the world, and held that title for over a decade. In the 70s, Hollywood had shifted to the summer blockbuster model. A number of increasingly big-budget films had dominated the ticket window since the mid-70s. Star Wars, Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, had ruled the box office till the early 80s. And then, a maverick director flipped the formula on its head with a children’s film on a tiny budget and still managed to beat the heavyweights. (Also read: Steven Spielberg reveals he fought studio hard to stop them from making ET sequel: ‘I didn’t have any rights’) Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, and Robert MacNaughton – the stars of ET. The children’s film that beat Star Wars and The Godfather ET the Extra Terrestrial, directed by Steven Spielberg, was released in 1982. The film was about a young American boy’s unusual friendship with an alien stranded on Earth. With no big …

James Cameron drops major hints about Avatar 3: ‘Might not be what audiences signed up for’ | Hollywood

James Cameron drops major hints about Avatar 3: ‘Might not be what audiences signed up for’ | Hollywood

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Filmmaker James Cameron has generated significant buzz around the upcoming Avatar 3: Fire and Ash, suggesting that it may be the most daring instalment in the franchise to date. In a recent interview, James dropped a hint that the film might defy audience expectations, cautioning that it may not be what viewers “signed up for”. Also read: James Cameron on SS Rajamouli: I thought RRR was spectacular; it’s great to see Indian cinema get global acceptance Avatar: The Way of Water released in 2022, and worked really well at the box office. (Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) James Cameron teases In an interview with Empire Magazine, the Academy Award award-winning director spoke about Avatar 3, and what can people expect from the latest instalment of the global franchise. He shared that his goal isn’t to replicate what was done in the previous two films but instead to make “brave choices” that might not necessarily be expected. James said, “It’s a tricky thing. We could be getting high on our own supply here, and everybody who looks at it …