Rashmika Mandanna Faces Toxic Love in Gripping 'The Girlfriend' Trailer

On October 23rd, 2025, the official trailer for the upcoming Telugu film 'The Girlfriend' was released, giving audiences a powerful preview of Rashmika Mandanna's most challenging performance to date. Directed by Rahul Ravindran, the film follows the story of Bhooma, a young woman caught in a suffocating relationship with her classmate, played by Dheekshith Shetty.

The trailer paints a haunting picture of love turning toxic, as Bhooma battles anxiety, control, and emotional turmoil. Her boyfriend's erratic behavior and the mysterious presence of another woman, Durga (Anu Emmanuel), push her further into a cycle of pain and confusion. Told from Bhooma's perspective, the story promises an intimate and unsettling look at what happens when affection transforms into obsession.

Rahul Ravindran's return to direction after six years - following 'Manmadhudu 2' - marks a shift toward more emotionally grounded storytelling in Telugu cinema. 'The Girlfriend' stands out for centering the female experience, a theme often sidelined in the industry. The film also stars Rao Ramesh and Rohini in pivotal roles, with Ramesh playing Bhooma's disapproving father.