Bunga Tanjong captures the exploratory life journey of three Malay women, Miriam, Wan Katijah and Puteh in the late 50s and early 60s. In their effort to pursue happiness and prosperity in life, they encounter obstacles and become victims to men who exploited them. The involvement of the women is directly seen in several important incidents, both socially and politically, which help shaped the historical development of Singapore itself. Their bitter experiences make them realize that the society will remain backward unless the women are emancipated, enlightened and educated. Will the ladies be able to overcome their struggles and finally find happiness?
DirectorAzroy Sultan
WriterHamed Ismail
Episode 1
Mar 1, 2015
Mariam’s education is forced to a stop when she is married off to a gangster named Hassan. Hassan is an irresponsible husband, who is willing to sell off his wife for money. This experience causes Mariam to distrust and build a profound hatred towards all men. With the help of Wan Katijah, Mariam is given a job to work in a popular local dance club, Bunga Tanjong. However, Puteh, a senior dancer in Bunga Tanjong, does not welcome Mariam.
Episode 2
Wan Katijah finally reveals her past to Mariam. On the other hand, Mariam expresses her desire to continue her education. Wan Katijah encourages Mariam to save up the money for this job and use it to fund her education in the future. Meanwhile, Kamal shows his interest towards Wan Katijah. Concurrently, a riot has occurred between the Singapore Chinese School students and the police force.
Episode 3
The business in Bunga Tanjong continues as usual. However, the happy atmosphere is disrupted when the owner of a neighbouring cabaret club, John Wrights, appears in Bunga Tanjong. In a meeting, John Wrights informs Kim Chian about his plan to buy the land surrounding his club. Kim Chian bribes John to call off his deal. John Wrights also requests for Wan Katijah to be his mistress. Kim Chian is forced to agree.
Episode 4
Mariam finally returns home only to be treated coldly by her father. Mariam finds out that her mother has passed away due to an illness not long after she left. Meanwhile, Hassan is looking for Mariam at Bunga Tanjong. He gets into fight with Kamal. After the fight, Hassan’s grudge against Mariam deepens. Hassan breaks into Mariam’s house and forces her to return to him only to be interrupted by Wan Katijah. They get into quarrel.
