Rashmika Mandanna’s latest romantic drama The Girlfriend, also starring Dheekshith Shetty, has managed a decent start at the box office. The film grossed ₹10.50 crore worldwide during its opening weekend. While the initial start was on the slower side, the positive weekend growth gives the movie a fighting chance to perform better in the coming days.
Decent Weekend Growth at the Box Office
The Girlfriend opened modestly with ₹1.50 crore on Day 1 in India. However, the film saw encouraging growth of 40% on its second day, collecting ₹2.50 crore. On Sunday, the movie registered another jump, earning ₹3 crore. This brought the total domestic weekend gross to ₹7 crore.
The film also performed decently overseas, collecting around USD 450K in its first three days, which pushed its worldwide gross to ₹10.50 crore.
Box Office Breakdown (Opening Weekend)
| Particulars | Box Office Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹1.50 crore |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹2.50 crore |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹3.00 crore |
| Total India Gross | ₹7.00 crore |
| Overseas Gross | USD 450K |
| Worldwide Total | ₹10.50 crore |
Positive Reception but Needs Stronger Weekday Trends
Despite the low start, the positive audience and critic response have helped The Girlfriend build momentum. The film’s growth over the weekend is a promising sign, but sustaining this trend during the weekdays will be crucial.
All eyes are now on the Monday numbers — a strong hold could ensure a steady run at the box office, while a sharp drop might limit its lifetime potential.
Strong Performances and Direction Add to the Appeal
Directed by Rahul Ravindran, The Girlfriend has received appreciation for its emotional depth and progressive storytelling. Rashmika Mandanna’s powerful performance has been widely praised, with Dheekshith Shetty, Rao Ramesh, Rohini, and Anu Emmanuel delivering strong supporting roles.
The film’s female-led narrative and positive word-of-mouth could help it attract more footfalls in the coming week.
