Rashmika Mandanna's 'The Girlfriend' beats box office expectations: Details
Rashmika Mandanna's new film, The Girlfriend, is making waves just six days after release.
Directed by Rahul Ravindran, this Telugu romantic drama follows Bhooma—a woman dealing with love and independence in a toxic relationship.
Rashmika's nuanced performance and the film's honest storytelling have been singled out for praise, though overall critical reviews have been mixed.
Looking at the numbers
The Girlfriend has already grossed $542,000 in the US and Canada, beating its $400,000 breakeven goal.
Indian box office numbers are strong too—over ₹10 crore in six days, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana alone adding ₹8.4 crore.
Worldwide gross sits at ₹18.55 crore so far.
Should you watch it?
If you're into thoughtful relationship dramas or want to see a strong female lead on screen, this one stands out in Telugu cinema right now.
It's a solid pick for anyone who likes stories that go deeper than the usual romance plotlines.