The Girlfriend Box Office Day 2: Rashmika Mandanna’s Film Nearly Doubles Collections with Rs 2.5 Crore

Rashmika Mandanna’s emotional drama The Girlfriend is winning hearts and theatres alike. After a decent opening day, the film saw a remarkable jump in its second-day box office earnings, reaffirming Rashmika’s strong hold over Telugu cinema.

According to early estimates from trade tracker Sacnilk, The Girlfriend collected around Rs 2.5 crore on Day 2, nearly doubling its Rs 1.3 crore opening day. This brings the film’s total domestic collection to approximately Rs 3.8 crore in just two days — an impressive feat for a mid-budget drama driven primarily by word-of-mouth.

The film recorded a steady increase in theatre occupancy across regions. On its second day, The Girlfriend logged an average occupancy of 30.79 per cent nationwide. The morning shows opened modestly at 17.32 per cent but quickly gained traction — 33.44 per cent in the afternoon, 33.84 per cent in the evening, and a solid 38.55 per cent during night shows. The upward trend reflected the film’s growing emotional resonance among audiences.

Rashmika’s Performance Wins Applause

Fans and critics alike have praised Rashmika Mandanna’s deeply emotional portrayal, calling it one of her most mature performances to date. In a heartfelt social media post, the actress shared how personally she connected with the story:

“When Rahul first narrated this script to me, I remember tearing up. There were so many moments that pinched my heart in ways I couldn’t explain. I walked out of our meeting with two things — a script I knew would be a sin not to do, and a friend for life.”

Her sincerity on screen has struck a chord with viewers, particularly among younger audiences, who have flooded social media with emotional reactions and appreciation posts.

Behind the Scenes and Direction

Directed by Rahul Ravindran, The Girlfriend has been lauded for its sensitive storytelling and layered emotional depth. The film also stars Dheekshith Shetty, Anu Emmanuel, Rao Ramesh, and Rohini in key supporting roles. It is jointly produced by Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment, Mass Movie Makers, and Geetha Arts, marking yet another quality outing from the Telugu film industry’s powerhouse studios.

What’s Next at the Box Office

With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews pouring in, The Girlfriend is poised for a successful weekend run. The film’s steady climb mirrors the momentum of other recent emotional dramas that relied on content-driven narratives rather than star power alone.

Trade experts believe that if the film maintains its growth through Sunday, it could comfortably cross the Rs 7–8 crore mark by the end of its opening weekend.

Rashmika’s fans are already celebrating her comeback to Telugu cinema with what many are calling a “career-defining performance.”

As the buzz around The Girlfriend continues to grow, one thing is clear — Rashmika Mandanna has once again proven that heartfelt storytelling and strong performances can still triumph at the box office.