The heartfelt Telugu film The Girlfriend, featuring Rashmika Mandanna and Dheekshith Shetty, has won the hearts of both young viewers and family audiences, achieving remarkable success at the box office with ₹20.4 crore worldwide in just five days. Presented by Allu Aravind under Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment, directed by Rahul Ravindran, it continues its triumphant run. To commemorate this milestone, a grand success event was held in Hyderabad, with actor Vijay Deverakonda as chief guest.
Vijay Deverakonda shared his emotional reaction after watching the film, saying, “I couldn’t hold back my tears. Rashmika took this film as a responsibility—to narrate a story society must hear.” He praised the movie’s sensitive treatment of societal issues, emphasizing the necessity of conversations about respect and understanding in relationships. He lauded the performances of Rashmika, Dheekshith, and others for sparking awareness and inspiring change.
Lyricist Raghendu Mouli credited women for the film's success, highlighting their significant presence in theaters. Music directors Prashanth Vihari and Hesham Abdul Wahab praised the director's vision and musical contribution, noting the blend of emotion and energy behind the soundtrack.
Costume Designer Shravya Varma expressed pride in contributing to a film that so thoughtfully portrays women’s emotions, while actress Rohini lauded director Rahul Ravindran’s ability to depict subtle, meaningful characters.
Actors Dheekshith Shetty and Rajasekhar expressed gratitude for their roles, emphasizing the film's unique and relatable storyline.
Producers Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mogilineni conveyed their satisfaction with the film's reception and reiterated Rashmika's pivotal role in bringing the character of Bhooma to life. They also recognized the significant support from Allu Aravind and Vijay Deverakonda.
Director Rahul Ravindran reflected on the film's journey, the trust shared among the team, and the great role played by media in promoting the film’s message. Rashmika Mandanna, unable to attend due to shooting commitments, expressed her emotional connect with her character and gratitude towards the team.
The event culminated with wide praise for the film’s powerful storytelling, impactful performances, and its role in sparking meaningful societal dialogue.
