Rashmika Mandanna Starrer The Girlfriend OTT Release Date Announced
Rashmika Mandanna Starrer The Girlfriend OTT Release Date Announced
Rashmika Mandanna’s emotionally charged drama The Girlfriend, which hit theatres earlier this month, is now ready to captivate audiences on OTT. After weeks of speculations and unconfirmed buzz, the makers have finally made the official announcement regarding its digital debut.
When and Where to Watch ‘The Girlfriend’
The film, starring Rashmika Mandanna opposite Dheekshith Shetty, earned widespread appreciation for its sensitive portrayal of women’s empowerment. Responding to audience demand, Netflix has confirmed that the movie will begin streaming on December 5.
The digital release will be available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, ensuring that viewers across India can experience the emotional narrative in their preferred languages. Announcing the news, Netflix shared a post introducing Rashmika’s character with the caption:
“Meet Bhooma Devi, The Girlfriend MA Literature :). Watch The Girlfriend on Netflix, out 5 December …”
Rashmika Mandanna Starrer The Girlfriend OTT Release Date Announced
Rashmika Mandanna on What Moved Her
Opening up about her connection with the film, Rashmika revealed that she was deeply affected when the director first narrated the story. She shared that several scenes “pinched her heart,” and what struck her even more was that these intense emotions were penned by a male filmmaker.
According to Rashmika, “Things that most people wouldn’t even understand… he did.”
What Is ‘The Girlfriend’ About?
The film follows the life of a young woman who initially finds herself in a dreamy, picture-perfect romance. However, her fairytale slowly turns into a suffocating, toxic relationship, forcing her to reclaim her self-worth and walk away. Rashmika’s stirring performance has been one of the biggest highlights of the movie, earning her immense love from critics and fans alike.
Alongside the lead pair, the film also stars Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini in pivotal roles.
Box Office Performance
As per Sacnilk, The Girlfriend collected ₹28.94 crore at the box office. The film released in theatres on November 7, 2025, and sustained steady footfall due to strong word-of-mouth and Rashmika’s emotional portrayal.
Rashmika Mandanna Starrer The Girlfriend OTT Release Date Announced
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