South Indian actress Rashmika Mandanna’s new film, ‘The Girlfriend’, premiered today. Mandanna took to social media to share details about the project and her personal experience.
The actress revealed a deep emotional connection to the film, particularly her character, Bhuma. Mandanna stated that hearing director Rahul Ravindran’s script for the first time moved her to tears.
Many moments in the screenplay resonated deeply with her. Mandanna felt the story and its emotions were so special that she believed she had experienced them before.
She expressed surprise that such profound themes originated from a male director, noting it captured nuances often overlooked. Mandanna’s social media posts included images from the film, accompanying her heartfelt reflections.
Recalling her initial meeting with Ravindran, Mandanna said she left with two invaluable things: a script that she knew she had to perform, and a lifelong friendship. She lauded Ravindran’s beautiful perspective on the world. She wished for more people like him.
Mandanna also expressed pride in her co-star, Dikshit Shetty, for taking on the challenging role of Vikram. She called this early achievement “just the beginning” for him.
The actress hopes the film resonates deeply with audiences. She stated that even if ‘The Girlfriend’ touches the heart of just one person, it would be a victory for her.
Her character, Bhuma, is particularly significant to Mandanna, who noted many similarities between herself and the role. Portraying Bhuma allowed her to gain a better understanding of herself. She easily grasped Ravindran’s direction.
Mandanna’s heart is filled with love, pride, and happiness for ‘The Girlfriend’. She hopes viewers experience the same emotions she felt during the film’s creation.
The actress concluded her message by signing off as Bhuma. She implored audiences to “protect, love, and support Bhuma.”