Rashmika Mandanna’s latest Telugu drama The Girlfriend, which opened to strong audience reactions earlier this month, is now heading to streaming. After its successful theatrical run and steady word-of-mouth buzz, the film is finally getting its digital release — and fans won’t have to wait long.
When Is The Girlfriend Releasing on OTT?
Netflix India officially confirmed on Sunday that The Girlfriend will premiere on December 5.
The platform shared the poster on Instagram with the caption:
“Meet Bhooma Devi, The Girlfriend MA Literature :). Watch The Girlfriend on Netflix out 5 December in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam.”
The multilingual release ensures that the film will reach a much wider audience across regions — especially those who missed catching it in theatres.
What Is the Film About?
Written and directed by Rahul Ravindran, The Girlfriend stars Rashmika Mandanna as Bhooma Devi and Dheekshith Shetty as the male lead. The story begins as a dreamy love tale between two young partners but gradually unfolds into a darker, more emotional narrative as the relationship turns toxic.
The film also features:
- Anu Emmanuel
- Rao Ramesh
- Rohini
Audiences and early reviewers praised the film for its emotional depth, with Rashmika’s performance earning standout appreciation. Many called it one of her most powerful portrayals to date.
Rashmika’s Heartfelt Note on the Film
Ahead of the OTT release, Rashmika shared a deeply emotional message about her experience playing Bhooma Devi.
She revealed that the script moved her from the very first narration:
“I remember tearing up… there were so many moments that pinched my heart. I kept thinking — I know this feeling… I’ve felt this before.”
She credited director Rahul Ravindran for writing emotions with rare sensitivity:
“What moved me even more was that these words were coming from a man. Things most people wouldn’t understand… he did.”
Calling Bhooma one of her most personal characters, she added:
“Bhooma for me is THE MOST SPECIAL because that’s mostly me. I understood myself a little more while playing her… My heart is full of love, pride and happiness.”
Final Words
With its strong performances, relatable emotional beats, and a storyline that blends romance with raw introspection, The Girlfriend has already connected with audiences in theatres. Its arrival on Netflix on December 5 now gives the film a fresh stage — and a much larger global audience.
