Vikram Bhatt Compares 'Obsession' to His Hit 'Raaz'

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt shared insights into the enduring appeal of horror films, suggesting their success stems from audiences' desire for fear experiences rather than relying on star power. He drew a parallel between the recently successful Hollywood supernatural horror film 'Obsession' and his own 2002 hit, 'Raaz,' noting the former's plot reminded him of his cult classic.

Bhatt elaborated that major stars might detract from a horror film's believability, as their established personas can make fear sequences appear comedic or unconvincing. He observed that audiences attend for the sensation of fear itself, making the genre less reliant on A-list actors. 'Obsession,' directed by Curry Barker, has reportedly grossed over $300 million globally and achieved substantial earnings in India, highlighting the genre's commercial viability.

This comparison inevitably recalled Bhatt's 'Raaz,' which starred Dino Morea and Bipasha Basu and became a critical and commercial success. Meanwhile, Bhatt's latest venture, 'Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past,' has also seen commercial success despite mixed critical reviews, indicating continued audience interest in his horror offerings.