Bougainvillea on OTT: 5 reasons to steam Amal Neerad’s film on OTTplay Premium

Director Amal Neerad’s latest film Bougainvillea is currently available for streaming on SonyLIV. The Malayalam film stars Kunchacho Boban and Jyothirmayi in the lead roles. While the film is also available on OTTplay Premium, it is jointly produced by Amal Neerad Productions and Udaya Pictures.

Co-written by Lajo Jose, Bougainvillea also features Fahadh Faasil, Veena Nandakumar, Srinda, and Sharaf U Dheen in pivotal roles. It is based on Lajo Jose’s 2019 novel Ruthinte Lokam. We list five reasons why you should Bougainvillea be on your weekend watchlist!

Bougainvillea on OTT: 5 reasons to stream Amal Neerad's film 

An intriguing storyline

The film revolves around a couple who share two children. After a terrible accident leaves the wife suffering from memory loss, she becomes the prime suspect in a case of missing tourists. Now it is up to the husband to uncover the truth as he tries to help his wife regain her memories. With the ability to build an intriguing narrative weaving in human emotions, relationships, and crime drama, Bougainvillea becomes a perfect watch material if you would like to watch a gripping story.

Jyothirmayi’s comeback

Bougainvillea marks the return of Jyothirmayi after more than a decade. She plays the role of the wife, who becomes mentally fragile, and caught in a web of torment and emotions. Jyothirmayi’s performance as Reethu is one of the standout portions of the film.

Also read: Bougainvillea star Jyothirmayi on her comeback: Malayalam cinema doesn’t just cater to Malayali audience anymore 

Amal Neerad’s direction

Bougainvillea stands apart in Amal Neerad’s work which has a distinctive style. The psychological thriller which keeps you gripping until the end, is paired with the cinematography work of Anend C Chandran and Vivek Harshan’s editing, making Bougainvillea a technically well-executed film.

Sushin Shyam’s music

Sushin Shyam, who scored for hit films like Aavesham and Manjummel Boys this year, has scored for Bougainvillea too. One of the tracks from the film, Stuthi, which appears in the end credits, has become a viral sensation on social media. Besides, Sushin’s background score coupled with a haunting storyline, leaves a lasting impression.

Also read: Bougainvillea box office collection: Kunchacko Boban, Jyothirmayi’s film registers a great first weekend

A climax to remember

With a climax one would not expect, bold and thought-provoking, Bougainvillea is sure to create an impact on the audience as the end credits roll. While it may divide opinions, its unpredictability underscores the daring storytelling that sets Bougainvillea apart.