'No 8-hour rule': Producer S. K. N. reveals Rashmika Mandanna worked flexible hours on The Girlfriend

Rashmika Mandanna reacts to 8 hour work rule

As the upcoming rom-drama The Girlfriend gears up for release, producer S. K. N. has stepped in to clarify that Rashmika has not set any fixed “8-hour work day” rule. He emphasised that she remained available for the shoot whenever the production needed her—challenging recent speculation about restricted working hours.

Producer’s Take on the Schedule

At a recent trailer-launch event, the producer stated that Rashmika “never imposed any restrictions on us regarding the shooting schedule” and that “she was always available whenever needed and worked beyond the stipulated hours without any complaints.” According to him, her attitude reflected dedication and belief in the project rather than viewing it as just another job.

Context: The 8-Hour Shift Debate

The clarification comes due to a debate in the film industry around actors requesting fixed shift hours. Earlier reports indicated that another star had sought an 8-hour working day for a big-budget production, which triggered discussions about set schedules and working conditions.

Rashmika herself had previously commented that work schedules vary by industry—explaining that in the South Indian film industries, a 9 a.m.–6 p.m. schedule is common, whereas in Hindi films it may stretch from 9 a.m.–9 p.m.—and pointed out that in many cases, shoots extend well beyond even those hours.

What This Means for The Girlfriend

The producer’s remarks seek to assure the audience and industry observers that up-front flexibility and commitment were present on this project. It helps underline the message that Rashmika approached the film with “no caveats” around availability or hours, according to the production team. For the film itself, this message of commitment may translate into confidence about the scale and smoothness of the shoot.

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Closing Thoughts

With The Girlfriend releasing soon, the schedule-clarification offers a glimpse into the collaborative ethos behind the scenes—reinforcing that actors and crews are working long hours, adapting dynamically to meet production demands. Rashmika’s willingness to remain flexible appears to have been highlighted by the producer as a positive part of the film’s making.