Rashmika Mandanna's new romantic drama, 'The Girlfriend,' has enjoyed a remarkable performance at the Indian box office, surpassing the Rs 8 crore mark within just five days of its release. The film, directed by Rahul Ravindran, continued to attract audiences, achieving approximately Rs 80 lakhs in earnings on its fifth day, bringing its overall net collection to an impressive Rs 8.03 crore. The film's strong attendance is reflected in its occupancy rates, which varied across the day, reaching a peak of 29.21% during night shows on November 11, 2025.

Box office breakdown for 'The Girlfriend' shows a steady growth in collection throughout its opening days: on Day 1 (Friday), it earned Rs 1.3 crore, followed by Rs 2.4 crore on Day 2 (Saturday), and Rs 2.7 crore on Day 3 (Sunday). The film collected Rs 83 lakhs on Day 4 (Monday), concluding its first five days with the total of Rs 8.03 crore across all languages.

Rashmika Mandanna has expressed her excitement about experimenting with different genres in her films. In a recent interview, she emphasized her desire to present varied cinematic experiences to her audience. She articulated, “Every film is not everyone’s cup of tea. But I still want to be that artist who does a variety of films.” Mandanna mentioned that her journey as an actress constitutes a continuous learning process, with each character providing a new opportunity for exploration.

She aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for her fans, allowing them to escape their everyday lives for a few hours in the theater. “I feel that’s my responsibility,” she stated, reiterating the significance of cinema as a medium for entertainment and relaxation for audiences.

With 'The Girlfriend' marking another step in Rashmika's evolving career, fans and critics alike are eager to see how she continues to diversify her roles in the future, building on her earlier successes in films like 'Kubera,' 'Chaava,' and 'Pushpa.'