Rashmika Mandanna’s latest Telugu romantic drama, The Girlfriend, directed by Rahul Ravindran, continues to perform steadily at the box office. According to early estimates, the film earned around ₹1.25 crore net in India on its sixth day, bringing the total collection across all languages to ₹10.10 crore. The film had already amassed ₹8.85 crore in its first five days, indicating a consistent performance through the week. The occupancy on the sixth day in the Telugu market stood at 18.85%, with evening and night shows seeing steady footfall, suggesting that audiences are connecting with the film’s emotional storytelling.
Day 6 occupancy and show-wise collection
On Wednesday, the occupancy figures for The Girlfriend were fairly consistent throughout the day with 15.66% in the morning, 20.23% in the afternoon, 19.77% in the evening, and 19.73% during night shows. The Monday-to-Wednesday collections hovered between ₹1–1.3 crore, showing a stable response from audiences despite mid-week trends that usually see a dip in footfall.
Plot and cast of The Girlfriend
The Girlfriend explores the intricacies of modern relationships through the lens of young adults navigating love and emotional growth. Rashmika Mandanna plays Bhooma, an MA student whose romance with Vikram (Dheekshith Shetty) evolves into a journey of emotional depth, self-realisation, and personal boundaries. The film also features notable performances from Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini, adding gravitas to the story.
Critics have responded positively to the film’s approach. ETimes, in its review, gave the film 3.5 stars out of 5, stating that it mirrors the realities of many young women by exposing affection disguised as control with parents and romantic partners and unveiling raw human emotions. The review highlighted Rahul Ravindran’s sensitive storytelling, which balances romance, drama, and societal nuances, providing a cinematic experience that resonates with contemporary viewers.
Box office outlook
The Girlfriend has demonstrated consistent weekday performance, and its total India net collection has now crossed ₹10 crore. While it is yet to reach blockbuster territory, the film’s appeal lies in its emotionally engaging story and the popularity of Rashmika Mandanna, who continues to draw audiences to theatres. With steady collections in evening and night shows, the film is expected to maintain momentum over the weekend. Its success reflects the growing acceptance of content-driven romantic dramas in Telugu cinema, where audiences seek relatable narratives alongside mainstream entertainment.
Conclusion
Rashmika Mandanna’s The Girlfriend has carved a niche at the box office through emotional storytelling, strong performances, and relatable themes. As it crosses the ₹10 crore mark in six days, the film exemplifies how well-crafted narratives and sincere performances can sustain steady box office returns, even in a competitive release window. The film continues to draw attention and is likely to see further growth over the coming days, particularly in evening and weekend shows.