Rahul Ravindran Reveals 12-Year Secret Behind The Girlfriend

Sometimes, a tiny memory refuses to fade and grows into something huge, that’s how The Girlfriend came alive. Rahul Ravindran opened up at the trailer launch, calling the film “a very intense emotional experience.” He stressed this isn’t just another love story; anyone who’s been in a relationship, or even thinking about one, will relate. “We didn’t make this chasing trends,” he said. “It’s honest, real, and emotional. Every director says that, but we really mean it.” He asked for audience support to help the film reach as many hearts as possible.

Rahul couldn’t stop praising the leads. Rashmika Mandanna and Dheekshith Shetty, he said, were a blessing for the movie. Watching them bring their characters to life was “one of the most beautiful experiences” of his career. He even joked, “I’m the audience first, and as an audience, they gave their all.” The way he described their chemistry made it clear this film’s heartbeat runs through its actors.

The story itself has been simmering in Rahul’s mind for almost 12 years. It started with a small hostel incident that stuck with him and grew over time. He finished the screenplay five years ago, but the timing finally felt right. When asked if the title came from his own girlfriend, he laughed: “She’s been my wife for 11 years now, there’s no girlfriend.” His playful tone showed just how personal this story is, more than just a movie, it’s part of his life.

Rahul wrapped it up by calling the film his “genuine girlfriend,” a project decades in the making. He hinted that the audience will feel every emotion, bittersweet, messy, raw. With this personal touch, The Girlfriend promises more than just entertainment; it’s a story straight from the heart, the kind that lingers long after the credits roll.