Rashmika Mandanna battles toxic love and doubt in ‘The Girlfriend’ trailer

After exploring the eerie, blood-soaked world of vampires in Thamma, Rashmika Mandanna now enters the emotional chaos of romance with her upcoming film The Girlfriend. 

The trailer, released on Saturday, offers a glimpse into a story filled with affection, uncertainty, and heartbreak. 

Directed by Rahul Ravindran, the film stars Rashmika alongside Dheekshith Shetty in the lead roles.

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A Relationship on the Edge

The trailer opens with Bhooma (Rashmika) nervously suggesting a “small break” to her boyfriend Vikram (Dheekshith). Her hesitation sets the tone for what unfolds—a fragile relationship teetering between love and confusion.

Flashbacks reveal how Vikram, confident in his feelings, once proposed marriage, saying, “There’s an auspicious time the day after tomorrow. Let’s get married.” But Bhooma’s uncertainty lingers, pulling the narrative into deeper emotional territory.

At first, viewers see the couple lost in love—sharing playful moments, teasing exchanges, and affectionate smiles. However, the tone shifts quickly as arguments, family pressure, and emotional distance creep in. 

The trailer culminates with Bhooma questioning not only her feelings but also the meaning of being a “girlfriend” in a relationship that has turned toxic.

Intense Themes and Strong Performances

The 2-minute 39-second trailer delves into themes of obsession, anxiety, and control, portraying how love can spiral into emotional turmoil.

Rashmika’s performance stands out as she captures Bhooma’s vulnerability and confusion with raw intensity.

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Cast, Crew, and Release Details

The Girlfriend also stars Rao Ramesh and Rohini. It is produced by Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mogilineni under the banners of Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment. 

The film features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab, a background score by Prashanth R Vihari, and cinematography by Krishnan Vasant.

Slated for a worldwide release on November 7, 2025, The Girlfriend will be available in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, marking Rashmika Mandanna’s return to emotionally charged storytelling.