Rahul Ravindran praises Rashmika. Rashmika Mandanna is coming to entertain with the female centric entertainer Girlfriend. The film directed by Rahul Ravindran is releasing on 8 November 2025. Deekshith Shetty is the lead actor in the film.
Rahul Ravindran speaking to scribes, showered praises on Rashmika. He made it clear “It's time we moved beyond clichéd labels like ‘male-’ or ‘female-centric’ films,”. He added “When I sent the story to Rashmika, she didn’t approach it as a woman-centric project or with any cautious mindset. She simply connected with the realistic characters and honest emotions. She was happy to collaborate with Dheekshith Shetty, a young actor, even after sharing screens with superstars.”
He praised her saying “She’s an absolute blast to work with—friendly, jovial, and constantly brimming with fresh energy. Every day on set, she’s eager to experiment, which in turn inspires directors to explore new ideas,”
He continued “There was zero change in her work ethic despite the massive success of Pushpa: The Rise. She remained grounded and gave her best to the role of a girl-next-door with a strong mind of her own. She plays a lover girl navigating the nuances of an intimate, emotionally rich relationship.”