Telugu movie The Girlfriend received strong reviews from critics, with consistent praise for Rashmika Mandanna’s powerful performance, its engaging plot, melodious music, and Rahul Ravindran’s mature direction.(Image Source: Instagram/netflix_in)
The Girlfriend is a 2025 Telugu-language romantic drama written and directed by Rahul Ravindran, starring Rashmika Mandanna, Dheekshith Shetty, and Anu Emmanuel.
The film began shooting in early 2025 across Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and various scenic locations in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Hesham Abdul Wahab composed both the soundtrack and background score. Upon release, the film received positive reviews, with praise for Mandanna’s performance, the storyline, music, and Ravindran’s direction.
The film received strong reviews from critics, with consistent praise for Rashmika Mandanna’s powerful performance, its engaging plot, melodious music, and Rahul Ravindran’s mature direction.
According to reports, The Girlfriend has been rated 4/5 worldwide, marking it as one of the better-reviewed romantic dramas of the year.
The Girlfriend is written and directed by Rahul Ravindran, who is known for his emotional storytelling and character-driven narratives.
The film is produced by Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mongilineni, who backed the project under their collaborative vision.
The movie is produced under Dheeraj Mongilineni Entertainment, which has supported several notable Telugu projects in recent years.
The Girlfriend was released in theatres on 07 November 2025, receiving strong word-of-mouth from audiences.
The film has a total runtime of 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes), offering a complete emotional and engaging viewing experience.
The Girlfriend was originally released in the Telugu language, with additional dubbed versions planned for OTT.
The film emerged as an average grosser, earning over ₹28 crore at the worldwide box office during its theatrical run.
The Girlfriend is set to premiere on OTT on 05 December 2025, soon after its successful theatrical release.
The film will stream on Netflix from 5 December 2025, and will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, giving wider access to audiences across India.
