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Low-budget horror 'Obsession' overtakes 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at box office

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The low-budget horror film "Obsession" has unexpectedly surpassed "The Mandalorian and Grogu" at the box office, defying typical box office trajectories. "Obsession" has seen a significant revenue increase in its second week and is projected to exceed $100 million globally, potentially reaching $200 million against its small budget. In contrast, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" is performing below expectations, tracking lower than "Solo," another Star Wars film that underperformed. AI

IMPACT Minimal direct impact on AI operators; this is a film industry event.

RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a significant box office upset where a low-budget film is outperforming a major studio franchise film. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Low-budget horror 'Obsession' overtakes 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at box office

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    ‘Obsession’ Has Dethroned ‘The Mandalorian And Grogu’ At The Box Office

    Obsession, the $1 million horror movie, is now beating The Mandalorian and Grogu, the $165 million Star wars movie.

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