Rashmika Mandanna’s Telugu romantic drama The Girlfriend, directed by Rahul Ravindran, has completed five days in theatres and amassed a worldwide gross of ₹ 20.40 crore. The film opened on November 7, 2025, and quickly gathered momentum, crossing the ₹ 15 crore gross mark in India within the first five days. It has crossed half a million mark at US Boxoffice.
Produced by Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment, Mass Movie Makers, and Geetha Arts, it features a strong ensemble cast including Dheekshith Shetty, Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini. Critics and audiences have praised its emotional depth, intense storytelling, and Rashmika’s heartfelt, career‑best performance as Bhooma.
The box‑office numbers reveal a steady trajectory: Day 1 – ₹ 2.5 cr, Day 2 – ₹ 3 cr, Day 3 – ₹ 4 cr, Day 4 – ₹ 1.5 cr, Day 5 – ₹ 1 cr, bringing the India net total to ₹ 12 crore net, 15 Crores gross. The movie maintained steady occupancy on Tuesday, with night shows peaking at 29.21 %. While domestic collections hover around ₹ 15 cr, the overseas gross contributed roughly ₹5+ cr, pushing the worldwide tally to ₹ 20.40 cr.
Despite a dip in weekday earnings, the positive word‑of‑mouth and strong audience response suggest potential longevity at the multiplexes. The narrative’s focus on toxic relationships resonates strongly, and Rashmika’s portrayal has been singled out as a standout factor driving footfalls.
Overall, The Girlfriend marks a commendable performance for Rashmika Mandanna, blending commercial viability with critical acclaim. As the second week approaches, the film aims to sustain momentum and inch closer to breaking even, buoyed by favourable reviews and a dedicated fan base.