Ram Gopal Varma's Take on 'Obsession' Sparks Backlash Online
Ram Gopal Varma says indie horror Obsession worked as ‘every woman has a bit of Nikki in her’, internet roasts him

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma praised the indie horror film 'Obsession' for its success, claiming every woman has a bit of the character Nikki in her. His comments faced criticism from social media users who felt he misinterpreted the film's premise. 'Obsession' has grossed $170 million worldwide on a budget of $750,000.
- 01'Obsession' has grossed $170 million globally on a budget of $750,000.
- 02Ram Gopal Varma claimed every woman has a bit of Nikki in her, which sparked backlash online.
- 03The film's director, Curry Barker, emphasized unique editing and sound design techniques.
- 04'Obsession' was released in India on May 29 and has earned ₹32 crore at the Indian box office.
- 05Social media users criticized Varma's interpretation of the film's themes.
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The indie horror film 'Obsession' has emerged as a significant success, grossing $170 million worldwide against a modest budget of $750,000. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma expressed his admiration for the film on social media, suggesting that every woman possesses a bit of the character Nikki, which ignited controversy online. Critics argued that Varma misunderstood the film's core message, which revolves around a male character, Bear, who uses a supernatural toy to wish for his crush, Nikki, to love him, ultimately leading to dire consequences. Varma praised the film's unique editing style and sound design, noting its departure from traditional filmmaking norms. Director Curry Barker also acknowledged the film's success, thanking audiences for their support. Released in India on May 29, 'Obsession' has earned ₹32 crore at the Indian box office, further solidifying its impact in the horror genre.
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The film's success reflects a shift in audience preferences towards low-budget, innovative storytelling in cinema.
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