Does Rashmika Mandanna's 'The Girlfriend' Trailer Hint at a Dark Drama on Toxic Relationships?
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Key Takeaways
- Rashmika Mandanna shines in a challenging role.
- The film tackles toxic relationships head-on.
- Director Rahul Ravindran is known for his emotional storytelling.
- The supporting cast adds depth to the narrative.
- Music by Hesham Abdul Wahab enhances the cinematic experience.
Chennai, Oct 25 (NationPress) The production team behind director Rahul Ravindran's much-anticipated film, 'The Girlfriend', starring Rashmika Mandanna alongside Dheekshith Shetty, has unveiled the trailer, generating excitement among fans and cinema enthusiasts alike.
In a post on their X timeline, Geetha Arts, the studio behind the project, announced, "Not all love stories are fairy tales. Some serve as a reality check that prompts introspection. #TheGirlFriendTrailer (Telugu) is now live! #TheGirlfriend hits theaters on November 7th."
As a reminder, the film is set to premiere on November 7 this year.
The freshly released trailer opens with Rashmika’s character, Bhooma, tentatively proposing a break to her boyfriend, Vikram. She clarifies that she means a complete separation.
Next, the trailer flashes back to the moment when Vikram proposes marriage, expressing, "There’s an auspicious day in two days. Let’s tie the knot." While Vikram is convinced that Bhooma is perfect for him, Bhooma struggles with the idea, hesitantly labeling him as her boyfriend.
We also see Anu Emmanuel's character questioning the viability of their relationship, asking Bhooma if she feels happy with Vikram and suggesting that although Bhooma complements Vikram, he may not be the right fit for her.
The trailer portrays Vikram as a domineering, arrogant, violent, selfish, and suspicious individual, while Bhooma is depicted as a victim ensnared in a toxic relationship, desperately trying to escape.
Rashmika has shown great trust in director Ravindran and his vision for 'The Girlfriend'. In a heartfelt birthday message to him, she expressed, "You are incredibly valuable, my friend. I still can’t believe you created a film like 'The Girlfriend.' The emotional depth and kindness you possess resonate through every scene," adding that she had discovered in him a director, friend, mentor, and lifelong partner whom she trusts wholeheartedly.
Written and directed by Rahul Ravindran, the film features music by Hesham Abdul Wahab and cinematography by Krishnan Vasant.