Bougainvillea trailer: The much-awaited trailer of the highly anticipated Malayalam film Bougainvillea, helmed by Amal Neerad, is here and it indeed defies expectations. Known for his action-packed visual spectacles that blend drama and thriller elements, Amal has ventured into a new territory this time, creating what seems to be a psychological thriller designed to send chills down viewers’ spines at every turn.

While the 131-second trailer released on Wednesday offers a glimpse into the film’s world, it also skillfully withholds much of the plot, leaving audiences intrigued and wanting more. Accompanied by a haunting score, the trailer begins with Reethu (Jyothirmayi) running through a sunflower field, which is soon revealed to be a nightmare. The trailer then flashes back to a car accident involving her and her partner Roy (Kunchacko Boban). “After that mishap, her behaviour, speech and memories have been a bit messed up,” Roy can be heard saying. “She’s got a fixation with Bougainvillea,” he adds, while also mentioning that painting is now her sole focus. Nonetheless, we also see that she is close with her kids.

However, the tone shifts dramatically with the arrival of Theni Assistant Commissioner of Police David Koshy (Fahadh Faasil), who enters the scene with Reethu’s photo on his phone indicating he’s searching for her. The trailer quickly shifts gears, enveloping the narrative in mystery, as David reveals he is investigating a case involving multiple female victims, one of whom is connected to Reethu. As suspicions arise about Reethu’s potential secrets, she reacts explosively, revealing the film’s psychological depth. The trailer also suggests that the movie will include plenty of action in Amal’s signature style, indicating that Bougainvillea will deliver the full Amal Neerad experience.

Also starring Sharaf U Dheen, Veena Nandakumar and Srinda, Bougainvillea boasts music by Sushin Shyam, cinematography by Anend C Chandran and editing by Vivek Harshan. The film marks Amal’s return to the director’s chair after more than two years since the blockbuster Mammootty-starrer Bheeshma Parvam (2022) and is set to hit the screens worldwide on October 17.