Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: meWATCH
Type: Scripted
Rating: 0.0/10
Bunga Tanjong
Overview
Bunga Tanjong follows Mariam, Wan Katijah and Puteh, three Malay women navigating love, exploitation and social inequality in Singapore during the late 1950s and early 1960s. After escaping an abusive marriage, Mariam becomes a cabaret dancer, encountering rivalry, corruption and hardship. Against Singapore's changing political landscape, the women struggle for independence, education, dignity and happiness.
This production, originally released in 2016, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in Malaysia.
- • Original Language: Malay.
Starring Cast
Nurul Aini
Wan Katijah
Farhana M Noor
Mariam
Hisyam Hamid
Kamal
Jeff Catz
Kim Chian
Sheiryn Aisiqa
Puteh
Wahyu Rahman
Rokiah
Seasons
Season 1
4 Episodes • Aired 2016-03-08
Season 1 of Bunga Tanjong is a Singaporean Malay-language historical drama set in the late 1950s and early 1960s. It follows Mariam, a young woman forced into marriage with an abusive gangster, Hassan. After escaping, she finds refuge with Wan Katijah, who introduces her to the world of cabaret dancing at the Bunga Tanjong nightclub. There, Mariam faces rivalry with senior dancer Puteh, exploitation, and societal prejudice. Against the backdrop of Singapore's changing political and social landscape, the women navigate love, betrayal, personal struggles, and difficult choices. The season explores themes of female empowerment, friendship, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom and independence.
