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Rashmika Mandanna and director Rahul Ravindran were in the middle of promoting their upcoming film The Girlfiriend when a surprise visitor walked in and instantly lit up the room. It was none other than actress Sreeleela, who has previously shared screen space with Rashmika. The adorable reunion quickly became the talk of social media after photos from the event surfaced online. Reacting to the surprise visit, director Rahul wrote on X, “This was the best kinda gatecrash. Thank you Leela for dropping by.” Rashmika, equally thrilled, reposted it with the sweetest note that read, “The best kinda gatecrash.” The best kinda gatecrash. ❤️@sreeleela14 https://t.co/nDch3wGXJH — Rashmika Mandanna (@iamRashmika) October 27, 2025 Rashmika looked radiant in an off-white traditional suit set, while Sreeleela kept it simple and elegant in a soft pink Anarkali kurta set. Rahul Ravindran, who also joined the frame, lovingly looks at the two as they continue to chat. If you remember, Rashmika and Sreeleela earlier shared the screen in the song Kissik from Pushpa 2, where their energy and moves became an instant fan favourite. Rashmika Mandanna In The Girlfreind Rashmika Mandanna, basking in love for her role in Thamma, is now set to impress fans with her role in The Girlfriend, where she stars alongside along with actor Dheekshith Shetty and Anu Emmanuel. The film is set to release on November 7. Earlier, during a conversation with Deccan Chronicle, Rahul Ravindran shared how Rashmika connected with the film on an emotional level instead of focusing on its label. “When I sent the story to Rashmika, she didn’t look at it as a woman-centric film,” he explained. The director added, “She simply connected with the characters and emotions.” Sreeleela And Ravi Teja’s Mass Jathara As for Sreeleela, the actress is set to share screen space with Ravi Teja in the much-awaited entertainer Mass Jathara. The film’s release date has been delayed multiple times. Earlier, the makers announced the film’s arrival in theatres on October 31 but it has now reportedly been pushed to November 1 to avoid a direct clash with the re-release of the Prabhas starrer Baahubali, directed by SS Rajamouli. Directed by Bhanu Bogavarapu, Mass Jathara marks Ravi Teja and Sreeleela’s second collaboration after their successful film Dhamaka. In the film, Ravi Teja portrays a railway police officer with veteran actor Rajendra Prasad as his quirky grandfather.
