As Rashmika Mandanna's film with Rahul Ravindran, The Girlfriend, hit theatres on Friday, the actor took to her official X handle to pen a long note on love, womanhood, and life.
Calling it a love letter to fellow women, she started, "A love letter to all the girlies growing into the women they love. To every girl who was told, “What do you know…” and yet grew into a woman “who knows what she wants”. You’ve come a long way; give yourself that proud, tight hug."
Then, she went on to praise men who have supported women, while also talking about healthy and love-filled relationships. "And to the men who’ve loved, not by leading, but by standing beside… your love gave her the courage to find her voice. This film is for every unspoken moment – for the love that liberates, not limits, for the hearts that heal while learning to choose themselves, and for the courage it takes to begin again as your truest self."
Further, the actor elaborated on the effort she has put into the film. "I’ve poured my heart, my sensibilities, and every vulnerability into this The Girlfriend journey for you to feel seen, understood, and reminded of your own strength. If it makes you hold your life closer and fall in love with yourself again, my purpose is fulfilled."
Lastly, she concluded the note with, "A love letter to every journey from silence to strength… and to those who stood by, in love and in respect. The Girlfriend is now in theatres; it’s all yours. Come experience the journey of love, courage, and becoming." (sic)
Also starring Dheekshith Shetty and Anu Emmanuel in lead roles, the film sees writer-director Rahul Ravindran return to the director's chair after 6 years, when he directed Manmadhudu 2. The Girlfriend also features Rao Ramesh and Rohini.
Dheeraj Mogilineni and Vidya Kopineedi have produced the film under the banners of Dheeraj Mogilineni Entertainment and Geetha Arts, while Allu Aravind is presenting the film. The music for the film is composed byHesham Abdul Wahab, who is most known for his Hi Nanna soundtrack. Prashanth R Vihari has composed the background score.
