Rashmika Mandanna is encouraging her fans to shower love on her romantic drama, "The Girlfriend," as it releases on Netflix today, December 5, 2025. The film, which already had a theatrical release on November 7, 2025, is now available for streaming in multiple languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, ensuring a wide reach across the country.

"The Girlfriend" explores the journey of Bhooma Devi, played by Rashmika Mandanna, an MA Literature student whose life takes an unexpected turn when she falls in love with Vikram, portrayed by Dheekshith Shetty. The film delves into themes of self-discovery, love, and the challenges of maintaining personal boundaries as their college romance evolves and becomes toxic. The narrative focuses on how Bhooma deals with the toxic aspects of her relationship and seeks empowerment.

Directed by Rahul Ravindran, "The Girlfriend" is produced by Dheeraj Mogilineni and Vidya Koppineedi under the banners of Geetha Arts and Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment. The movie features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab and a background score by Prashanth R. Vihari, enhancing the emotional depth of the story. The supporting cast includes Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini, who play pivotal roles in the film. Sai Krishna and Srinivas Konaparthy served as co-directors.

The film garnered attention for its sensitive portrayal of a woman's journey through a toxic relationship and her subsequent empowerment. While "The Girlfriend" received positive feedback and appreciation for Mandanna's performance, its box office run didn't quite meet expectations.

Netflix secured the post-theatrical streaming rights for approximately ₹14 crore, anticipating that the film will resonate with a broader audience on its platform. The film was shot in various locations, including Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and other scenic spots in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Marketing for the film was managed by First Show, with PR support from Vamsi Kaka and GSK Media.