Allu Aravind Predicts Rashmika Mandanna Will Sweep Best Actor Awards for The Girlfriend
The highly anticipated romantic drama The Girlfriend, starring National Crush Rashmika Mandanna and talented actor Dheekshith Shetty, had its grand trailer launch in Hyderabad. Presented by ace producer Allu Aravind under the banners of Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment, the film is written and directed by Rahul Ravindran and produced by Vidya Koppineedi and Dheeraj Mogilineni. The emotional and intense love story is gearing up for a worldwide theatrical release on November 7, in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada.
Cinematographer Krishnan Vasant expressed his excitement, saying, “Working with this team has been inspiring. We’ve crafted a passionate story, and I hope audiences connect with it deeply.”
Director Rahul Ravindran shared, “The idea for The Girlfriend came to me during my college days. It’s an emotional, raw, and rooted story that mirrors real relationships. Both Rashmika and Dheekshith delivered performances filled with honesty and emotion — a director couldn’t ask for more. This isn’t a typical love story; it’s something truly heartfelt.”
Producer Vidya Koppineedi added, “When you hear a film is from Geetha Arts and Rahul Ravindran, you expect a sweet romance — but this one surprises you. It touches your heart. Rashmika brought incredible depth to her role, and Dheekshith matched her beautifully. We can’t wait for audiences to experience it in theatres.”
Producer Dheeraj Mogilineni said, “We don’t make films just to produce them — we make them because we believe in them. The Girlfriend is one of those special stories. When we approached Rashmika, she agreed instantly and even deferred her remuneration until after completion. That kind of commitment is rare. Without her, this film wouldn’t exist. Dheekshith, too, is exceptional — this movie will mark a major milestone in his career.”
Producer Bunny Vas shared his impressions: “I’ve already watched the film, and the last 30 minutes are unforgettable. Rashmika is the pride of Geetha Arts she’s phenomenal here. Dheekshith will leave a lasting mark too. Every girl will see a bit of herself in this story, and every boy will take home a lesson. I’m confident the team will be showered with accolades.”
Actor Dheekshith Shetty said, “When I first heard the script, it stayed with me. I play Vikram a complex character you’ll love and hate at once. This film reflects today’s relationships with honesty. We poured our hearts into it, and I hope audiences feel that passion on November 7.”
Producer SKN added, “Rashmika is unstoppable with Animal, Pushpa 2, and now The Girlfriend. She brings charm, grace, and hard work to every project. She’s the most grounded star I’ve met. This film will connect deeply with youth and couples alike it’s a must-watch.”
Speaking at the event, Rashmika Mandanna said, “When I first heard the story, I felt it was unlike any love story I’d done before raw, real, and emotional. I play Bhooma, a character very close to my heart. For me, success isn’t about numbers but about doing meaningful films that make people feel something. The Girlfriend came to me at the perfect time, and I’m proud of what we’ve created together.”
Finally, Allu Aravind praised the entire team: “Rahul first narrated this story to me four years ago as a web series idea, but I knew it had to be a feature film. Rashmika was our only choice for the female lead she’s like family to me. I’m certain she’ll win Best Actor awards for this performance. Dheekshith has also delivered a career-defining act. Rahul has extracted deeply emotional performances from both leads. For the pre-release event, we plan to invite Vijay Deverakonda as our chief guest.”
Cast: Rashmika Mandanna, Dheekshith Shetty, Rao Ramesh, and others
Cinematography: Krishnan Vasant
Music: Hesham Abdul Wahab
Costume Design: Shravyavarma
Production Design: S. Ramakrishna, Mounika Nigothri
PRO: GSK Media, Vamsi Kaka
Marketing: First Show
Presented by: Allu Aravind
Banners: Geetha Arts, Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment
Producers: Vidya Koppineedi, Dheeraj Mogilineni
Written & Directed by: Rahul Ravindran
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