‘The Girlfriend’ Box Office Day 4: Rashmika Mandanna Starrer Collects Rs 1.10 Crore on First Monday
Rashmika Mandanna’s latest romance drama, ‘The Girlfriend’, directed by Rahul Ravindran, has maintained a steady run at the box office, collecting Rs 1.10 crore on its first Monday, according to early estimates.
Box Office Performance So Far
- Opening Day (Friday): Rs 1.3 crore
- Saturday: Rs 2.4 crore
- Sunday: Rs 2.7 crore
- Monday: Rs 1.10 crore
The film’s four-day total stands at Rs 7.50 crore, reflecting a moderate but promising start. Trade analyst Sacnilk attributes the steady collections to positive word-of-mouth publicity.
Theatrical Occupancy Insights
On its first weekday, the movie recorded an overall occupancy of 19.16% in Telugu theatres.
- Morning shows: 14.61%
- Afternoon peak: 22.55%
- Evening shows: 18.49%
- Night shows: 20.99%
The occupancy trend indicates gradual audience growth throughout the day.
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Rashmika Mandanna plays Bhooma Devi, a post-graduate student navigating a complex and turbulent relationship with her boyfriend Vikram, portrayed by Dheekshith Shetty.
- Vikram appears as a charming college heartthrob but exhibits possessive and controlling behavior, putting Bhooma in emotional distress.
- The film’s screenplay by Rahul Ravindran has been praised for its honest depiction of uncomfortable realities, making the narrative relatable to young audiences.
Supporting performances by Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini add depth to the storyline. Critics and viewers have hailed Rashmika Mandanna’s portrayal as possibly her career-best performance.
Audience and Critical Reception
- Positive word-of-mouth has been key in driving weekday collections.
- Social media buzz highlights Rashmika’s nuanced performance and the movie’s realistic take on college relationships.
While the movie had a slow start at the box office, its strong performances and relatable storytelling have helped maintain momentum.
