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Director Rahul Ravindran conveyed his thanks to the audience for the love they are showing towards his latest Telugu film, The Girlfriend, starring Rashmika Mandanna and Dheekshith Shetty. The romantic drama, which opened in theatres on November 7, has received strong praise for its emotional storytelling and Rashmika’s brilliant performance. In his post on X, Rahul expressed both gratitude and humility as he reflected on the film’s growing appreciation online. “I apologise for flooding your timelines. We were never going to be a film that opened massively on Friday. We were always going to depend on word of mouth,” he wrote. I apologise for flooding your timelines. We were never going to be a film that opened massively on Friday. We were always going to depend on word of mouth. And it’s crucial we amplify all the outpouring of love and affection audiences are showing for the film, so that more people… — Rahul Ravindran (@23_rahulr) November 8, 2025 Message from Rahul Ravindran to the Fans Further, Rahul Ravindran elaborated on the importance of audience-led promotion for indie films like his. “And it’s crucial we amplify all the outpouring of love and affection audiences are showing for the film, so that more people are prompted to go to theatres.” he continued. “And it’s crucial we amplify all the outpouring of love and affection audiences are showing for the film, so that more people are prompted to go to theatres. And the spike has been heartwarming. Please put up with my bombardment of appreciation posts. And if it resonates with you… Please share it. Thank you,” the filmmaker added. The director’s tweet quickly went viral and stands as a testament to how audiences are increasingly connecting with the film’s emotional depth and intimacy, not only in the two Telugu states but also in other regions. Audience Applauds Rashmika’s Performance The film’s release has been met with praise from both audiences and critics, particularly for Rashmika Mandanna’s performance, with many describing it as one of her most mature and emotionally powerful roles to date. Several fans across social media shared that they were deeply moved by her portrayal, calling it “authentic and heartfelt.” The Girlfriend Plot The Girlfriend is brought to audiences by Rahul Ravindran, with Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mogilineni producing it under the Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment banners, respectively. Alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Dheekshith Shetty, the cast includes Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh and Rohini. The story follows a love affair that seems perfect at first but gradually turns toxic as Dheekshith Shetty’s character becomes increasingly aggressive and possessive.
