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  • A Journey To Belong (Bizi Birlestiren Hayat) Tv Series

    A Journey To Belong (Bizi Birlestiren Hayat) Tv Series

    Details

    Original Title: Bizi Birlestiren Hayat
    English Title: A Journey To Belong
    Also Known As: La vita che ci unisce
    Genre: Family
    Episodes: 150 (each episode is 60 minutes)
    Broadcast Network: Kanal D
    Broadcast Period: September 9, 2024 – April 7, 2025
    Production Company: Royal Pictures
    Director: Ayhan Ozdemir
    Screenwriter: Berrin Tezcan Dagcinar
    Filming Locations: Istanbul, Turkey

    Synopsis

    Yasemin (Kayra Aleyna Zabci) is a young and beautiful girl. She is a devoted nurse and has always carried the weight of her family on her shoulders. When her mother’s condition worsens and she falls into a coma, Yasemin is forced to make a difficult decision.

    Yasemin wants to protect her younger sister, Mine, and takes her to a mansion belonging to Munevver. She leaves her sister there with nothing but a single cryptic sentence: “She will live here until she comes back.”

    Munevver (Nilgun Kasapbasoglu) is a noble woman who lives in a big mansion. This unexpected knock on the door of Munevver’s mansion sets off a chain of life-changing events. Though her home has seen better days, she continues to live in quiet elegance with her loyal maid Suzan (Nesrin Yildirim) and Halil.

    Halil (Serif Bozkurt) is a man who treats Munevver like his own mother. He has raised his children, Burak (Emir Gulsever) and Pinar (Elif Naz Sabuncu), under Munevver’s roof, and they call her grandmother out of love and respect.

    Burak is a young doctor working at the same hospital as Yasemin. He is immediately drawn to her. What he doesn’t realize is that she is deeply connected to his own family in ways that no one expects.

    Munevver initially rejects Mine’s presence. She’s ready to send the child away when something catches her eye: a necklace around Mine’s neck. This necklace belongs to her own daughter, Pakize (Oznur Kula), who vanished from her life many years ago. Overcome with shock, Munevver faints. The sight of that necklace awakens long-buried memories and painful questions. Could this little girl really be her granddaughter?

    Haunted by the past, Munevver becomes distant and suspicious. She fears that Mine may be part of a cruel deception. But she finds an old photograph hidden in Mine’s bag. This photo shows her daughter Pakize with a man and two young girls. Now desperate for answers, Munevver decides to have a DNA test done, determined to uncover the truth.

    As Munevver searches for her missing daughter and tries to make sense of this new chapter, emotions run high. Mine’s presence brings both pain and hope. The mansion, once a place of silence and solitude, begins to stir with life, secrets, and the potential for healing.

    Bizi Birlestiren Hayat (A Journey To Belong) tv series story is about Yasemin, a devoted nurse whose world is turned upside down when she’s forced to leave her little sister at Munevver’s mansion. What is the secret behind that mysterious necklace? Can Munevver accept the truth about the granddaughter she never knew she had? Will Burak uncover Yasemin’s connection to his own family? Will Munevver find the courage to confront her past? Can Yasemin reunite her broken family? What really happened to Pakize, and why did she vanish without a trace?

    A Journey To Belong (Bizi Birlestiren Hayat) Tv Series Cast

    Additional Cast Members

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    • Hazal Guzel as Mine
    • Dogac Gozudeli as Kerem
    • Sibel Salihoglu as Sengul
    • Zelal Barlas as Meltem
    • Savas Alp Basar as Serhat
    • Irem Korkmaz as Ezgi
    • Alp Ilkman as Cetin Ketenci
    • Mert Hepcan as Rustu
    • Elif Sumbul Sert as Elmas

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    Characters:

    [toggle title=”Munevver Ketenci (Nilgun Kasapbasoglu)” state=”close”]Munevver is in her seventies. She is a noblewoman who is a symbol of high society. She lives quietly in her big mansion. Beneath her dignified, sometimes rigid exterior lies a heart weighed down by sorrow. Munevver carries years of disappointment and solitude. She waits for her daughter Pakize’s return. The only person who truly understands the depth of her pain is Halil, her loyal confidant who lives in a small house adjacent to the big mansion. Munevver’s world is shaken when Mine, a child she has never met, arrives wearing a necklace from her lost daughter. This unexpected visitor forces her to confront the painful past she tried so hard to bury.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Burak (Emir Gulsever)” state=”close”]Burak is the son of Halil and Ayfer. He is a young intern doctor with a warm heart and calm presence. Raised in Munevver Hanim’s mansion, he sees her as a grandmother and treats her with deep respect. Burak’s character is defined by his compassion, loyalty, and the unshakable bond he shares with his father. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Yasemin at the hospital. From the moment he sees her, something stirs in him. Her sadness draws him in, and what begins as admiration quickly deepens into love. But his feelings for Yasemin will pull him into the heart of a complex family drama he never expected to be part of.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Yasemin Kardan (Kayra Aleyna Zabci)” state=”close”]Yasemin is a young woman in her twenties. Life has never been easy for her. She becomes the caretaker for her paralyzed mother, Pakize, and younger sister, Mine. She worked tirelessly to become a nurse while holding her fragile family together. But when her mother’s health declines further, Yasemin faces an impossible choice: she must leave her mother in a hospital, and she must leave her sister with her grandmother, Munevver.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Halil (Serif Bozkurt)” state=”close”]Halil is the father of Burak and Pinar. He is in his fifties. A devoted father, he loves his children fiercely and is willing to do anything to keep them united and safe. Halil carries powerful fears, ones he’s never even voiced to his family. His relationship with Munevver Hanim began with a certain mutual caution but over time, that cautious respect turned into a familial loyalty. To Halil, Munevver has become a second mother; to Munevver, he is the steadfast presence who never leaves her side. He alone knows the secrets she keeps, the sorrows she hides behind her pride, the guilt that haunts her, and the name she’s been silently waiting to hear for years.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Mine (Hazal Guzel)” state=”close”]Mine is a five-year-old girl. She is the sister of Yasemin and granddaughter of Munevver.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Meltem (Zelal Barlas)” state=”close”]Meltem comes from a wealthy family. She is an intern doctor and she has been in love with Burak since their university education. But, Burak always sees her as a friend. Due to her jealousy, she mistreats Yasemin at the hospital.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Ayfer (Yesim Ceylan)” state=”close”]Ayfer is the mother of Burak and Pinar. She is an ambitious woman. Since she comes from a poor background, she has a lifelong hunger for a better life. Ayfer truly loves her husband and children. She wants more—more wealth, more respect, and a life far removed from the struggles of her upbringing.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Pinar (Elif Naz Sabuncu)” state=”close”]Pinar is the daughter of Halil and Ayfer. She is a high school student. She enjoys dressing up and taking care of her appearance. She shares a warm bond with Munevver, whom she sees as a grandmother figure. Though academics don’t come easily to her, she continues her studies mainly to avoid disappointing her father. She deeply admires her older brother and shares a close relationship with him.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Pakize Kardan (Oznur Kula)” state=”close”]Pakize is Munevver’s daughter. She left home at a very young age, driven by deep resentment toward her mother, and never looked back. Her rebellious path led her to Tahsin, her first love. Tahsin is involved in criminal activity. Pakize got married to Tahsin and gave birth to Yasemin. When Tahsin was eventually imprisoned for one of his crimes, Pakize divorced him and changed her surname. Later, she married Ahmet, the father of her second daughter, Mine. However, Ahmet’s death devastated Pakize, both emotionally and physically. Overwhelmed by grief, she suffered a stroke and became paralyzed. Throughout her life, she deliberately kept her children away from her mother Munevver, cutting ties with the past. Now, she lies unconscious in a hospital bed.[/toggle]

    External Links
    Official Site: Kanal D – Bizi Birleştiren Hayat
    English Wikipedia:
    Imdb: Bizi Birlestiren Hayat (TV Series 2024– ) – IMDb

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  • Erdem Sanli

    Erdem Sanli

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    Name: Erdem Sanli
    Birthdate: September 2, 1996
    Birthplace: Izmir, Turkey
    Height: 1,8 m
    Eye Color: Blue
    Hair Color: Blonde
    Education: Istanbul University, Department of Radio, Cinema and Television (Istanbul Universitesi Radyo, Sinema ve Televizyon Bolumu)
    Talent Agency: B&B Artist Management
    Spouse:
    Biography: Erdem Sanli was born on 2 September 1996 in Izmir. He is the eldest son of his family and has two siblings. His father is a sales representative in a private company and the president of a sports club, and his mother is a retired accountant. Erdem Sanli came to Istanbul in 2015 to study at Istanbul University, Department of Radio, Cinema and Television. After graduation, he started to work as a camera assistant in television projects for 2 years. After that, he worked with Riza Kocaoglu, who became his acting coach.

    Erdem Sanli Tv Series / Movies

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    Erdem Sanli

    From the interview with Erdem Sanli

    [toggle title=”Did your experience working behind the camera contribute to your acting? ” state=”close”]I worked as a camera assistant for 2 years. I worked with very good directors and worked with actor friends who would guide me. That experience helped me a lot to learn the camera, actor psychology, set etiquette, and communication.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You play a character, Iso, in the Turkish series This Sea Will Overflow (Tasacak Bu Deniz). What aspects of you are similar to the Iso character?” state=”close”]Actually, I can say that there are a lot of resemblances. A little crazy, a little logical, a little impulsive.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”We know that you are good at football. Is Goztepe sports a tribune excitement for you, or is it a part of your identity from your childhood? ” state=”close”]Both. Goztepe sports is my favorite hobby in life. I’m glad I’m from Goztepe. I love our team very much. That’s why I can say that it is both a sense of belonging and a great excitement. We also live in Trabzon and I am a Trabzonspor fan and a Bursaspor fan at the same time.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Would you like to say something to those who love the shows you starred in and the characters you played?” state=”close”]I can say that it is the fruit of doing a good and quality job. Because we really work hard with our directors, screenwriters, and actors. We are also happy that this is appreciated. We love you very much too. We read and see your comments. So you are watching us and we are watching you.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you take the social media comments seriously?” state=”close”]Certainly yes, if it is during my emotional times. Good messages and best wishes also motivate me.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Did you have any difficult scenes on the set?” state=”close”]It becomes especially difficult when it is cold and when I am hungry.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do your tattoos have a special meaning for you?” state=”close”]Not actually. I don’t like to put so much emphasis on these things. A little bit Greek, a little bit Egyptian. I made these tattoos that I liked.[/toggle]

    Social

    Instagram: Instagram – erdemsanlii
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  • You Are the One I Love (Sevdigim Sensin) Tv Series

    You Are the One I Love (Sevdigim Sensin) Tv Series

    Details

    Original Title: Sevdigim Sensin
    English Title: You Are the One I Love
    Also Known As:
    Genre: Romance, Drama
    Episodes: 5+ (each episode is 120-150 minutes)
    Broadcast Network: Star TV
    Broadcast Period: 12 February 2026 – Present
    Production Company: Ay Yapim
    Director: Gokcen Usta
    Screenwriter: Yesim Aslan
    Story: Coskun Irmak
    Filming Locations: Gozlukuyu / Aksaray, Istanbul

    Synopsis

    Erkan (Aytac Sasmaz) is a young man from a wealthy and influential family in Istanbul. He is serving in the military in a small village in the Eastern part of Turkiye. When an earthquake hits, all soldiers are sent to help the local people, and Erkan meets a young village girl out of pure coincidence.

    Dicle (Helin Kandemir) is a 20-year-old girl who lives in poverty. She has a sick mother and two elder brothers. Dicle has been raised with strict patriarchal values, with fear and oppression in this small village. She hasn’t gone to school or left her house since she was 6 years old.

    Dicle is kidnapped by local gangsters who want to take advantage of the fact that her brothers are out of the village for work and all other villagers are dealing with the earthquake. Erkan witnesses this danger and wants to protect her, but he is injured while fighting against these gangsters.

    Since Dicle has been kidnapped by gangsters, her brothers want to kill her to maintain family honor and social expectations. When Erkan wants to see how Dicle is doing, he learns about her brothers’ intentions. In order to protect her from her abusive family, he makes a life-changing decision and impulsively marries her.

    Erkan acts responsibly and makes a huge sacrifice to save Dicle’s life. He doesn’t have any feelings for her; instead, he wants to save her from this oppressive environment and give her a new life. Therefore, their marriage will be on paper, and they won’t be a real couple.

    Just after the marriage, Erkan completes his military duty. He plans to go to the United Kingdom while leaving Dicle under the protection of the government. However, Dicle doesn’t want to accept this offer and clearly mentions that she prefers to be killed instead of being separated from Erkan.

    Erkan has nothing to do but to go to Istanbul together with Dicle. He thinks of staying married for a while and then, gets divorced after finding a way to save Dicle from her abusive brothers. During this period, he wants to keep this marriage a secret from everyone, including his parents.

    The life of Erkan and Dicle changes all of a sudden. Dicle finds safety in Istanbul, but now, she finds herself in a completely unfamiliar world where people have different cultures, values, expectations, and worldviews. Since they don’t disclose their marriage, they pretend as if Dicle has lost her family in the earthquake and she has come to Istanbul to work. She faces hostility, prejudice, and humiliation in her new life. She tries to adapt and prove her worth while dealing with constant criticism.

    Meanwhile, Erkan realizes that his marriage decision has huge consequences. He realizes that it won’t be easy to get divorced from Dicle. He finds himself in a big conflict between modern and traditional values. He tries to find a balance between his responsibilities towards his family and his responsibilities towards Dicle.

    Sevdigim Sensin (You Are the One I Love) tv series story is about an unusual marriage between a wealthy modern man and a poor village girl. Will Erkan and Dicle manage to keep their marriage secret from everyone? Will Dicle adapt to her new life in Istanbul? Will Dicle improve herself and take control of her own life? Will Erkan become successful in the family business? Will Erkan choose his modern life or embrace new values after building an emotional relationship with Dicle?

    You Are the One I Love (Sevdigim Sensin) Tv Series Cast

    Additional Cast Members

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    • Huseyin Avni Danyal as Esat Aldur
    • Esra Ronabar as Inci Aldur
    • Yilmaz Kunt as Koray
    • Emrah Aytemur as Ferman Demir
    • Murat Seven as Fikret Doganay
    • Gokhan Soylu as Hamdi Parsoglu
    • Bensu Ugur as Zehra
    • Manolya Maya as Selin
    • Ozan Gozel as Muharrem
    • Deniz Karaoglu as Teoman
    • Pervin Bagdat as Aylin
    • Rizacan Durmus as Bora
    • Aybars Kuday as Hasan Kuday
    • Ata Simsek as Mehmet
    • Sukran Akti as Pembe Demir

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    Characters:

    [toggle title=”Erkan Aldur (Aytac Sasmaz)” state=”close”]Erkan is a young man from a wealthy and influential family in Istanbul. He is very thoughtful, responsible, and respectful.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Dicle Demir (Helin Kandemir)” state=”close”]Dicle is an illiterate village girl who has been raised by strict patriarchal values. She does not know anything outside of her village. She is obedient, naive, and does not have any control over her own life. She considers Erkan as her hero who has saved her life.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Esat Aldur (Huseyin Avni Danyal)” state=”close”]Esat is Erkan’s father. He wants Erkan to get married to Burcin so that this marriage can help their family business become stronger.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Inci Aldur (Esra Ronabar)” state=”close”]Inci is Erkan’s mother. She is a strong woman who does some volunteer work on women’s empowerment.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Tahir Aldur (Cihat Suvarioglu)” state=”close”]Tahir is Erkan’s brother. As the eldest son, he wants to take control of the family business after his father. However, he does not tolerate stress, and due to his vulnerability, he is ignored by his father. Tahir wants to prove himself all the time and always feels jealous of his brother.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Nilufer Aldur (Deniz Isin)” state=”close”]Nilufer is Erkan’s sister. After getting divorced, she lives with her family. Even though she wants to work and gain her independence, she finds herself under the control of her parents, particularly her mother.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Burcin Parsoglu (Elcin Zehra Irem)” state=”close”]Burcin has been Erkan’s girlfriend for several years. She has been in love with Erkan and dreams of getting married to him. She comes from a wealthy family, which has close relationships with Erkan’s family. She has some psychological problems. She is very fragile and even endangers her own life when faced with difficulties.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Fatos Parsoglu (Ozlem Conker)” state=”close”]Fatos is Burcin’s mother.[/toggle]
    [toggle title=”Koray (Yilmaz Kunt)” state=”close”]Koray is Erkan’s close friend.[/toggle]

    External Links

    Official Site: Sevdiğim Sensin İzle | Star TV
    English Wikipedia:
    Imdb: You Are the One I Love (TV Series 2026– )

    Social

    Instagram: Instagram – sevdigimsensintvresmi
    Twitter:
    Facebook: Facebook – sevdigimsensindizi
    Youtube: Youtube – @sevdigimsensinresmi

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    You Are the One I Love (Sevdigim Sensin) Turkish Drama Trailer – 3 (with English Subtitle)

  • Gokberk Yildirim

    Gokberk Yildirim

    Profile

    Name: Gokberk Yildirim
    Birthdate: July 17, 1991
    Birthplace: Ankara, Turkey
    Height: 1.85 m
    Eye Color: Brown
    Hair Color: Black
    Talent Agency: Selin Kok Agency
    Spouse:
    Biography: Gokberk Yildirim was born in Ankara on July 17, 1991. He was born and raised in Ankara and lived there for almost 30 years before moving to Istanbul. He was interested in acting throughout his childhood. After graduating from high school, he focused on acting more and took a leave of absence from college. In this process, his father was supportive of his acting career. He is the first one in his family who is in the acting career; his father is involved in trade while his uncles are in the construction sector. Gokberk Yildirim made his debut with his role in the Turkish series Starfish (Deniz Yildizi).

    Gokberk Yildirim Tv Series / Movies

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    Gokberk Yildirim

    Social

    Instagram: Instagram – gokberkyildirim
    Twitter:
    Facebook:
    E-Mail:

    From the interview with Gokberk Yildirim

    [toggle title=”The number of your fans has been increasing. What do you think about it?” state=”close”]It is great. It is great to be loved, to be missed, to be wondered, to be asked how I am doing, where I am, and to be taken care of like my parents, and to act together. It is important to control it and to give them love in exchange for this love.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you think that you don’t sufficiently reach out to your fans?” state=”close”]Social media isn’t something that I wanted in my life since my childhood. I am not very into Internet. The people who know me closely know very well that I am not interested in fame and popularity. I live my life quietly by myself.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have any projects on digital platforms?” state=”close”]Right now, we are working on something. I hope that it will be the most appropriate and the most beatiful way. I want to appear in these projects in the best way possible. I want a project which I want, I can explain myself in a better way, I can show my qualifications in the best way. Thus, I will wait with patience.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”How do you choose your projects? Do you consider whether it reflects you or do you choose just as a project itself?” state=”close”]The character that I will act should be in line with the character in my mind. I have ideals, I will try to do it accordingly. I don’t want to make mistakes.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”If you need to make a decision between love and fame, which one do you choose?” state=”close”]I don’t think that fame is useful for human nature. That’s why, I choose love.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Is there anything that we have a wrong idea about you?” state=”close”]I usually try to be sincere. If I appear on a platform, a place, or media, I will never change myself. I can’t tell something as if it happened. I share whatever my thoughts are. If I want to laugh, I laugh. If I become emotional, I show my emotions.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Is there anything about your life that you were glad to have done it or not done?” state=”close”]I am glad I came to Istanbul. I was born and raised in Ankara and I lived there for more than 30 years. I have been living in Istanbul for 2 years.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have any character that you don’t like and you wish to change?” state=”close”]Sometimes, my silence is confused with sulk or offense. Maybe I can speak more in intense times. But, I usually show huge reactions, and I want to keep it inside me through staying silent. I kill my anger or this tension inside me instead.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What do you do when you aren’t understood by others?” state=”close”]I still wait to be understood. Yes, I am patient. I am very patient. I wait and I always wait.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have a role model?” state=”close”]For acting, I admire Sener Sener and Cetin Tekindor. Hlauk Bilginer is also one of the biggest names in the sector.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What attracts you to the opposite gender? What hits Gokberk’s heart?” state=”close”]Meaningful look and meaningful smile. If you say that I can look at her face for the rest of my life and her eyes can warm my heart, then it is the thing. But of course, at the core of the relationship, there should be respect.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”How do you define yourself in three words?” state=”close”]First, loyalty. It is very important for me. Second, I am a very hardworking person in my job. In general, I am very responsible. Third, I am patient.[/toggle]

  • Secret of Pearls (Inci Taneleri) Tv Series

    Secret of Pearls (Inci Taneleri) Tv Series

    Details

    Original Title: Inci Taneleri
    English Title: Secret of Pearls
    Also Known As:
    Genre: Romance, Drama
    Episodes: 44+ (each episode is 120-150 minutes)
    Broadcast Network: Kanal D
    Broadcast Period: 25 January 2024 – Present
    Production Company: BKM
    Director: Senol Sonmez
    Screenwriter: Yilmaz Erdogan
    Filming Locations: Istanbul, Turkey

    Synopsis

    Azem (Yilmaz Erdogan), once a beloved literature teacher, finds his life turned upside down when he’s imprisoned for the murder of his wife. Left behind are his two children (a boy and a girl) who are sent to an orphanage after their father’s arrest. But the truth behind the tragedy is far more complicated than it seems. Although Azem confesses to the crime, he’s not actually the killer. He carries this painful secret in silence, known only to his closest friends.

    Years pass. When Azem is finally released from prison, he returns to visit the grave of his wife. Standing there, overwhelmed with emotion, he reads a poem filled with longing and guilt. One line strikes especially deep: “It is not only your love, but also being your perpetrator!”

    Hoping to reconnect with his children, Azem heads to the orphanage. But the process is tangled in bureaucracy. Because of privacy laws, he is told he must hire a lawyer to learn even the smallest detail about his children. Azem doesn’t know anything about whether his children were adopted, what they’re doing now, or even where they live.

    With nowhere else to go, Azem checks into a small hotel, trying to figure out his next steps. It’s not long before the staff and other guests learn about his past on the internet. Though they look at him with suspicion, Azem simply says that he confessed to the murder and there is something he cannot disclose to anyone.

    One day, when Azem enters the hotel, he crosses paths with Zerre (Orkuncan Izan). Zerre’s slang-filled speech quickly irritates Azem, and their encounter turns into a small discussion. As tensions rise, Dilber (Hazar Erguclu) appears and she leaves an interesting first impression on Azem. Azem and Dilber continue to cross paths at the hotel.

    Trying to rebuild his life after prison, Azem faces many challenges in reintegrating into society. He faces difficulties in finding work, rebuilding trust, and hiding the truth about his past. To protect his identity, he introduces himself as “Adem” when applying for jobs.

    Azem eventually finds work as a private tutor for a wealthy family. His student, Ayca (Ulku Hilal Ciftci), is a rebellious teenager with no interest in school. Ayca’s attitude has forced many tutors to quit. That’s why, her mother Piraye (Selma Ergec) offers Azem a two-day-a-week position, warning him the job won’t be easy. Piraye is a cool and successful businesswoman, and she offers this position without knowing Azem’s past.

    Despite the chaos, Dilber begins to develop feelings for Azem. She works as a dancer and singer at a nightclub, and her lifestyle is not similar to that of Azem. While she is beautiful and spirited, Azem isn’t ready for a relationship. He tells her honestly that he needs time to heal.

    Dilber’s story also has another struggle. Forced into marriage with a man named Zahir (Mustafa Yildiran) at just 18, she ran away two years later and has been trying to divorce him ever since. To keep him away, Dilber occasionally pays him off, but Zahir always finds her address. Things reach a boiling point when Zahir sees Dilber with Azem. He causes a public scene due to his jealousy. The story becomes more complicated when Piraye, too, begins to show interest in Azem.

    Torn between past and present, between guilt and hope, Azem must find a way to build a new life while piecing together the fragments of the one he lost. His journey is anything but easy. His feelings for Dilber are confusing and complicated by her violent ex. He also continues his search for his children.

    Secret of Pearls (Inci Taneleri) tv series story explores the life of Azem, who is a former literature teacher, takes the blame for his wife’s mysterious death and pays the price with years behind bars. Upon his release, Azem begins a desperate search for his lost children while hiding the dark truth only a few know. Will Azem manage to rebuild a life under a new identity? Will Azem start a romantic relationship with Dilber, although she is a nightclub dancer with a dangerous past? Will Azem disclose his identity to Piraye? Will Azem find his children and clear his name? Will love and redemption be possible for a man shaped by silence, sacrifice, and sorrow? What happens when the weight of the past threatens the future he is only just begun to hope for?

    Secret of Pearls (Inci Taneleri) Tv Series Cast

    Additional Cast Members

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    • Orkuncan Izan as Zerre
    • Mustafa Yildiran as Zahir
    • Ulku Hilal Ciftci as Ayca
    • Sera Kutlubey as Nehir Yucedag
    • Bora Cengiz as Arcan Gumuskaya
    • Umit Beste Kargin as Yildiz
    • Sena Ozkan as Sementa
    • Deniz Erdogan as Kamuran Culluz
    • Mustafa Yildiran as Zahir Koray
    • Okan Metin as Davul
    • Furkan Riza Demirel as Izzet
    • Kayra Sir as Hatice
    • Begum Atak as Sibel
    • Ozgun Coban as Tayfun Salacak
    • Suat Guzel as Talip Salacak
    • Riza Kocaoglu as Nusret
    • Onur Akbay as Necmi
    • Fatih Yucebag as Berzan
    • Evren Duyal as Gungor Seyhan
    • Irem Ciray as Elif Surmen
    • Selim Erdogan as Reyyaz Kurudal
    • Sevgi Temel as Sedef
    • Gulenay Kalkan as Mahun Gumuskaya
    • Bestemsu Ozdemir as Semiramis Gumuskaya
    • Taylan Meydan as Ferda Daglica

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    Characters:

    [toggle title=”Azem Yucedag (Yilmaz Erdogan)” state=”close”]Azem is a literature teacher. Once a devoted literature teacher and family man, his life is shattered when his wife is killed. His years in prison transform him into a man burdened by guilt, loss, and secrecy. He is determined to reunite with his children and disclose the truth about his past. He is calm, charismatic, and quiet.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Dilber (Hazar Erguclu)” state=”close”]Forced into marriage at 18, Dilber escapes a controlling husband and now survives on her own terms as a nightclub dancer. She has a vulnerable soul scarred by betrayal and fear. She grows affection for Azem due to the persistent danger posed by her estranged husband. Dilber is both a survivor and a dreamer – someone who dares to want love and freedom despite her past.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Ozgur Yucedag (Kubilay Aka)” state=”close”]Ozgur is Azem’s son.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Piraye Salacak (Selma Ergec)” state=”close”]Piraye is Azem’s boss and Ayca’s mother. She is a successful businesswoman. As the mother of a rebellious teenage daughter, she struggles to bridge the emotional gap between a strong, independent woman and a vulnerable mother. When she meets Azem, she’s drawn to his calm, thoughtful presence and the mystery that surrounds him. Though she appears confident, Piraye longs for a genuine connection.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Ayca (Ulku Hilal Ciftci)” state=”close”]Ayca is the daughter of Piraye. She takes private lessons from Azem.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Nehir Yucedag (Sera Kutlubey)” state=”close”]Nehir is the daughter of Azem.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Zerre (Orkuncan Izan)” state=”close”]Zerre is the cousin and assistant of Dilber.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Nergis Simsekoglu (Yasemin Bastan)” state=”close”]Nergis is a close friend of Azem.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Kasim Simsekoglu (Guven Kirac)” state=”close”]Kasim is a close friend of Azem.[/toggle]

    External Links
    Official Site: KanalD – Inci Taneleri Full Bolumler – HD HEMEN IZLE
    English Wikipedia:
    Imdb: Imdb – Inci Taneleri (TV Series 2024– ) ⭐ 5.4 | Drama

    Social

    Instagram: Instagram – incitaneleribkm
    X: X – @incitaneleribkm
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  • Baran Bolukbasi

    Baran Bolukbasi

    Profile

    Name: Baran Bolukbasi
    Birthdate: May 01, 1994
    Birthplace: Hatay, Turkey
    Height: 1,75 m
    Eye Color: Brown
    Hair Color: Black
    Education: Beykent University – Theatre (Beykent Universitesi Oyunculuk Bolumu)
    Talent Agency: Socia Entertainment Talent Agency
    Spouse:
    Biography: Baran Bolukbasi was born on 1 May 1994. He was born in Iskenderun/Hatay, and he lived in Adana and Antalya before moving to Istanbul. He took acting training from Antalya Replik Sanat Okullari ve Cuneyt Sayil Oyunculuk Atolyesi. He made his debut in 2017 with a tv series A.K.A. The Legend (Adi Efsane). Baran Bolukbasi is interested in boxing, guitar, baglama, and drum. He also worked as a vocalist and music producer.

    Baran Bolukbasi Tv Series / Movies

    [tie_list type=”checklist”]

    • 2017 – A.K.A. The Legend (Adi Efsane) (as Fikret Yurdakul)
    • 2017 – Sevda’nin Bahcesi (as Tolga)
    • 2018 – Servet (as Korkmaz)
    • 2019 – 2020 Beloved (Vuslat) (as Firat Caglar)
    • 2021 – Ogrenci Evi (as Latif)
    • 2021 – 15/07 Safak Vakti (as Yusuf) (Movie)
    • 2022 – Son Nefesime Kadar (as Ozan)
    • 2022 – Bir Peri Masali (as Alp Gocer)
    • 2023 – Sakla Beni (as Kadir)
    • 2023 – 2025 Golden Boy (Yali Capkini) (as Tarik Ihsanli)
    • 2024 – Soyle Anlatayim (as Meric) (Short Movie)
    • 2024 – Kara Agac Destani (as Murat)
    • 2025 – Gelin Takimi 2 (Movie)

    [/tie_list]

    Baran Bolukbasi

    From the interview with Baran Bolukbasi

    [toggle title=”Why did you choose acting over music?” state=”close”]I haven’t made a choice yet. I would like to clarify something here. Since my childhood, I have always done something with love. Music and acting are professions that are true love for me. Therefore, there cannot be no choice.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”When did you realize that acting was the right profession for you? What’s the most exciting thing about acting?” state=”close”]I’m still at the very beginning of everything. I can’t say I understand anything. Once I understand something about acting, it means that I hav finished my purpose on that. Why would I want that?[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which one is harder, comedy or drama?” state=”close”]Every job is difficult if you want to do it well.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”If you had to continue your life as a character you’ve acted, which character would it be?” state=”close”]None.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you believe that you have a role in society as an actor?” state=”close”]I believe that I have a role as an individual, not as an actor. I think actors need to pay more attention to this because their work is seen by many people.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have a milestone in your career projects?” state=”close”]My milestone is my first job.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What do you think about tv series in online platforms? Would you like to take part in these projects?” state=”close”]I support the sector’s various platforms. I can take part in these projects if something is appropriate for me.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Apart from acting and music, is there any area you want to improve yourself?” state=”close”]Become a sportsman. Maybe I can take aerobatic flight training and do hobby flights.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What do you do in your free time?” state=”close”]I am actively working on my studio and doing music. I cycle. I hang out with my friends.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have boundaries? Is there anything that you can’t stand for?” state=”close”]We all know that boundaries are crossed by others. Of course, there are something that I can’t stand for.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You have lots of fans. How does it feel to be loved by lots of people? Do you prefer loving or being loved?” state=”close”]It is good to be loved. But, sometimes having too much love may create difficult situations. Loving someone makes you happier.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Your character Tarik in the TV series Golden Boy (Yali Capkini) gathered lots of anger in the audience? How did you decide to take that role?” state=”close”]I can recommend that you watch Tarik carefully. Tarik is a person who cannot fully love, is very sensitive, and is used to the living standards of his family, and has created his own space in his family.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You studied acting at the university and took some acting training afterwards. Have you always wanted to be an actor?” state=”close”]I was always curious about acting. But, I wanted to become a pilot. I become very emotional whenever I see a plane. I had three goals: becoming a pilot, music, and acting. Now, I have two of them. In the future, I am planning to get private pilot license.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You were born in Iskenderun and lived in Antalya and Adana before moving to Istanbul. Usually, you develop more imagination if you go further away from the metropolis. Is it the same for you?” state=”close”]I was very rebellious at first. Now, I am happy to be born in Iskenderun and live in Adana, Antalya, and Istanbul. I have long-lasting friends from four different cities. Iskenderun is a small city and art is very popular there. As far as I know, it is the city where the most books are read. In that small city, there were three studios and a music course. There were many people who were interested in music and theatre. This all helped me to grow.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What are your short term goals?” state=”close”]I want to learn the background of my work. I particularly want to improve my knowledge about theatre and cinema. I am a little bit weak in that area. For example, my roommate knows the director of each film even though he hasn’t watched the movie. I didn’t use to read a lot in the past. Now, I’ve started reading books. As a team, we buy books for each other. For instance, I currently read Stefan Zweig’s Chess. Hakan Abi bought that book for me. I try to improve myself like this.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which movie excited you most recently?” state=”close”]Inglourious Basterds.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which movie did you watch several times?” state=”close”]Gladiator.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which tv series do you follow?” state=”close”]Black Mirror. I generally don’t watch tv series. But, each episode of Black Mirror is like a cinema film and that’s why, I follow it.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which song/singer have you been listening to recently?” state=”close”]Recently, I am listening to Spanish street singers. Additionally, I have been listening to Michael Jackson songs after watching Michael Jackson’s This Is It documentary.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which book do you recommend everyone?” state=”close”]Emrah Serbes’ Müptezeller. Additionally, Nejat İşler’s Gerçek Hesap Bu.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What did you do with the money you earned professionally the first time?” state=”close”]I took my own expenses from my family. My brother is a true musical genius. He is studying Music at Fine Arts High School in Antalya. I set up a music studio in his room where he could develop his talent.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Which city do you want to go to the most?” state=”close”]Spain and Mexico. I want to experience their music, street art, and their interest in art. I also want to visit Japan, which is a very different country from this world.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”In your opinion, what is the most exaggerated thing in this life?” state=”close”]Money. Yes, it provides opportunities and it opens many doors. But if the importance were given to acculturation instead of money, everyone would do more meaningful things.[/toggle]

    Social

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  • Remember (Tas Kagit Makas) Tv Series

    Remember (Tas Kagit Makas) Tv Series

    Details

    Original Title: Tas Kagit Makas
    English Title: Remember
    Also Known As: Rock, Paper, Scissors
    Genre: Crime, Drama
    Episodes: 19 (each episode is 120-140 minutes)
    Broadcast Network: Kanal D
    Broadcast Period: 28 February 2024 – 16 October 2024
    Production Company: MF Yapim
    Director: Volkan Keskin, Yusuf Pirhasan
    Screenwriter: Ugras Gunes
    Filming Locations: Istanbul, Turkey

    Synopsis

    Umut (Ekin Koc) and his father Riza (Bulent Seyran) live quietly in their own small world. Riza works as a cleaning worker in a high-rise office building and dedicates his life to caring for his beloved son.

    Umut is no ordinary teenager; he has Hyperthymesia, which is a rare condition that gives him an incredibly detailed memory. He remembers every word, every sound, and every image he’s ever experienced. While this can sometimes feel like a superpower, it also brings its share of emotional weight, as forgetting is never an option.

    One morning, Umut wakes up to a day that will change everything. As usual, Riza heads off to work at the plaza. That evening, a lavish party is being thrown by Istanbul’s elite to welcome back Fecir Emirkiran (Burak Yoruk). Fecir comes from a wealthy family and has recently returned from London. He is known for his charm but also his dangerous and manipulative nature. While browsing social media, he becomes captivated by a young woman’s singing and insists she perform at his welcoming party. Coincidentally, she lives in the same neighborhood as Riza and Umut.

    As the night unfolds, things take a dark turn. Fecir forces the girl (her name is Busra (Ebrar Karabakan)) to sing for him privately. Busra tries to escape his unwanted advances, and tragedy strikes. She is found dead in the forest near the plaza.

    That same evening, Riza leaves work and buys a cellphone as a birthday gift for Umut. But something isn’t right. Disoriented, he wanders off into the forest, forgetting why he’s there or where he’s going. He is unaware of what has happened. Riza has been silently struggling with the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. He and his son Umut don’t know anything about this disease yet.

    The next morning, Umut is worried about his father’s absence and calls him. Riza is confused and frightened, and he can only describe his surroundings. From the details, Umut realizes his father is lost in the forest near the plaza.

    Rushing to the scene, Umut eventually finds Riza. He also sees the lifeless body of Busra. Shocked and heartbroken, they contact the police and are taken to the hospital.

    In the following days, people from the neighborhood attend Busra’s funeral. At that moment, the police arrive and arrest Riza, accusing him of murder. The news stuns everyone, especially Umut. He knows his father would never commit such a crime. But Riza is unable to recall anything from that night and is powerless to defend himself.

    The case quickly becomes popular in the media. Under pressure to close the case, the prosecutor demands swift action. Police manipulate the situation, threaten Riza with harm to Umut, and force a false confession from him.

    Despite the chaos, Umut doesn’t give up. He believes in his father’s innocence with all his heart. Determined to uncover the truth, he begins using his extraordinary memory as a tool for justice. Meanwhile, he bumps into a passionate law student, Alev (Serra Ariturk). Alev quickly becomes Umut’s closest ally in the fight for his father’s freedom.

    Out of pure coincidence, Umut also meets Harun (Ozan Guven). Harun is a brilliant and successful lawyer known for representing Istanbul’s wealthy people. At first, Harun is reluctant to help Umut, but he learns about Umut’s tragic past, including the loss of his entire family in a car accident. Then, he accepts working with Umut.

    Harun has a strategic mind and has no ethical values. He can do anything to become successful. He thinks that he can take advantage of Umut’s unwavering determination and memory. Together, they begin uncovering the dark truth behind Fecir Emirkiran’s actions and build a case that could finally bring justice.

    Umut’s journey is filled with obstacles, but Umut’s hope never wavers. Armed with memory, courage, and the support of new allies, he takes on a corrupt system to clear his father’s name and expose a powerful man’s deadly secrets.

    Remember (Tas Kagit Makas) tv series story is about Umut lives a quiet life in Istanbul until his father is arrested for murder. Umut remembers every detail of his life and uses his ability to prove his father’s innocence. Can Umut use his extraordinary memory to uncover the truth? Will Riza regain his lost memories and clear his name? Can justice be found in a system driven by power and fear? Will Umut find strength and healing through the unlikely friendship of Alev? Can Umut trust Harun? Will Umut and Harun uncover dark secrets involving Fecir Emirkiran, a powerful and dangerous figure? Who will win this game?

    Remember (Tas Kagit Makas) Tv Series Cast

    Additional Cast Members

    [tie_list type=”checklist”]

    • Yusra Geyik as Ruya Emirkiran
    • Hande Dogandemir as Gunes Evliyaoglu
    • Aytac Usun as Azad Emirkiran
    • Bulent Seyran as Riza Tanrikulu
    • Selim Galip as Rusen Satiroglu
    • Anil Tasezen as Cevher Hami Sarikaya
    • Ebrar Karabakan as Busra Korkmaz
    • Uraz Kaygilaroglu as Marko Karaormanli
    • Berk Bakioglu as Arhan Efe Turan
    • Buse Sezen as Elif
    • Eylem Yildiz as Gulizar
    • Mustafa Konak as Adem Yurekli
    • Meric Rakalar as Kamil
    • Rastin Paknahad as Umut Tanrikulu (Young)
    • Tuna Orhan as Haydar Korkmaz
    • Taner Ergor as Erdem
    • Ilkay Akdagli as Tarik Yalman
    • Ece Sukan as Neslihan Oncu
    • Nilufer Gurkonak as Makbule Coskun
    • Atsiz Karaduman as Bunyamin Emirkiran
    • Gokhan Yikilkan as Neset Tuzcu
    • Burcu Halacoglu as Emel Parlak
    • Ali Coban as Ugur Parlak

    [/tie_list]

    Characters:

    [toggle title=”Umut Tanrikulu (Ekin Koc):” state=”close”]Umut lives a modest life with his father Riza, unaware of his father’s early-stage Alzheimer’s. He has Hyperthymesia, a rare condition that gives him a flawless memory. He remembers every detail he has ever experienced. This makes him both a brilliant observer and a quiet sufferer, as he carries emotional wounds he can never forget. When his father is falsely accused of murder, Umut’s loyalty and unique memory turn him into a determined seeker of justice.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Harun Yakar (Ozan Guven):” state=”close”]Harun is a highly successful defense attorney who only takes high-profile, lucrative cases. He has never lost a case in his life. Beneath his polished, composed exterior lies a man shaped by past loss. Though cynical about the legal system, Harun is compelled by Umut’s story and reminded of the values he once believed in.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Alev Parlak (Serra Ariturk):” state=”close”]Alev is a dedicated law student with a strong sense of justice. She crosses paths with Umut on a city bus and is moved by his story. Her involvement in the case becomes personal as she throws herself into helping Umut, using her legal knowledge and empathy to support the fight for Riza’s freedom.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Fecir Emirkiran (Burak Yoruk):” state=”close”]Fecir is a wealthy and powerful businessman who has recently returned to Istanbul from London. Fecir hides his dark tendencies behind a polished public image. But beneath this polished image lies a deeply conflicted soul that is emotionally wounded and vulnerable. Fecir grew up under the shadow of a cold, domineering father who never offered love or approval. Constantly seeking validation, Fecir is driven by an insatiable need to prove himself, even as the weight of his father’s expectations and harsh punishments continues to haunt him. This emotional turmoil fuels his dangerous behavior, blurring the line between power and pain, control and chaos.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Ruya Emirkiran (Yusra Geyik):” state=”close”]Ruya is Fecir’s sister.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Riza Tanrikulu (Bulent Seyran):” state=”close”]Riza is Umut’s father.[/toggle]

    External Links
    Official Site: Tas Kagit Makas – Diziler
    English Wikipedia:
    Imdb: Tas Kagit Makas (TV Series 2024) – IMDb

    Social

    Instagram: Instagram – taskagitmakas.dizi
    Twitter: X – @taskagitmakastv
    Facebook: Facebook – taskagitmakasdizisi
    Youtube Channel: Youtube – @TasKagitMakasKanalD
    TikTok: TikTok – @dizitaskagitmakas

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  • Taro Emir Tekin

    Taro Emir Tekin

    Profile

    Name: Taro Emir Tekin
    Birthdate: June 15, 1997
    Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkey
    Height: 1,8 m
    Eye Color: Brown
    Hair Color: Brown
    Education: Oxford School of Drama – Drama
    Talent Agency: Magnet Management
    Spouse:
    Biography: Tarik “Taro” Emir Tekin was born in 15 June 1997 in Istanbul. He is the son of a popular Turkish singer/actress Sevval Sam and the soccer player Metin Tekin. He took acting training since his childhood. He studied at Sisli Terakki until 8th grade, and after that, studied at Pera Fine Arts High School. He studied a preparatory program under the University of the Arts London. There, he studied composition, jazz history, lighting, and drama. After that, he studied a preparatory program at Cambridge’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. There, he studied more on drama, including movement, voice, breath, etc. After that, he completed one year drama program at Oxford School of Drama. He lived in London for a while and then, returned to Istanbul to start his acting career. He made his debut in 2020 with Rise of Empires: Ottoman series on Netflix. After then, he took the role of Bulut in Naked (Ciplak) TV series on BluTV. He took the role of Selcuk in Woman Scorned (Sadakatsiz) tv series on KanalD during 2020-2022. He continued to take part in various television shows. Tekin is interested in music in addition to acting.

    Taro Emir Tekin Tv Series / Movies

    [tie_list type=”checklist”]

    [/tie_list]

    Taro Emir Tekin

    Awards

    [tie_list type=”checklist”]

    • 2022 – 48. Golden Butterfly Awards (48. Altin Kelebek Odulleri ) – Rising Star (Yildizi Parlayanlar)
    • 2023 – GQ Turkiye Men of The Year Awards (GQ Turkiye Men of The Year Odulleri ) – Stylish Man of the Year (Yilin Stil Sahibi Erkegi)

    [/tie_list]

    From the interview with Taro Emir Tekin

    [toggle title=”Do you like yourself as an actor?” state=”close”]I am just at the beginning of the road. In acting, I think there is no such thing as “I am done”. That’s why I still have a lot to learn and discover. I have a long way to go. When I watch myself, I don’t like myself in some scenes. I am critical of myself. I know, I need to be more flexible with myself. I am trying to raise awareness about this.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”How does your mother evaluate your acting?” state=”close”]Both my parents have been honest with me. When my mother has a criticism about me, she says it directly in an honest manner. We are colleagues besides being mom-son.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You played with your mom in Rental Mom short movie. How was it?” state=”close”]It was an honor and a wonderful experience for me. Of course, we found it different and found ourselves in a laugh crisis sometimes.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Your parents are very successful in their careers. How does it feel to be the son of these successful parents?” state=”close”]For me, they are my parents who are standing on their feet. Their success and stance in their career affected me in how to become an individual. It did not bring any difficulty to become their son. Instead, it is a big strength and honor.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”The women in your family are very strong as ‘Amazon Women’.” state=”close”]I totally agree. I am proud of their strong stance. I am aware of the fact that women struggle a lot in life. They taught me love, compassion, and understanding. I am doing my best to become a son and a man worthy of them.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What do you think about soccer?” state=”close”]I haven’t been interested in soccer since my childhood. When I was playing soccer with my friends in my childhood, and whenever I missed a goal, my friends we were making fun of me by saying that “Was your father a soccer player too?” Anyway, I am rooting for Besiktas.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Are you interested in other sports?” state=”close”]I am interested in much more extreme sports. I played ice hockey for 5 years. I am very interested in defense sports like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and boxing.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Do you have other hobbies?” state=”close”]Cooking. It is one of the things in life that I enjoy a lot. The biggest share of my money goes to kitchen appliances.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”How do you consider your UK experience?” state=”close”]As a 15 year of young child, living abroad made me stronger. I think it improved my self-confidence and my ability to handle difficulties. I studied with others who come from 70 different countries. Different cultures, different stories. This diversity broadened my horizon.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”You are compared to different celebrities like Johnny Depp, Sam Rockwell, and James Dean. Who is your idol?” state=”close”]I am happy that they compared me with these big stars. I think the common point of these three names is that they are actors who have discovered their own fingerprints. Find my own taste and my fingerprints is my aim too.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”What do you think about music?” state=”close”]Music is an important role in my life. I have been playing piano and guitar since childhood.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”How did you study theatre in Oxford?” state=”close”]I had an opportunity to study in England, and I moved to England when I was going to high school. I took sociology, photography, art history, and drama in my first year. After that, I studied a preparatory program under the University of the Arts London. To do that, I prepared 2 classic and 2 modern essays. This process is 5-tier selection process, including improvisation, singinf, dance, acting, and presentation of materials. After this selection process, I started University of the Arts London’s preparatory program. There, I studied composition, jazz history, lighting, and drama. After that, I studied a preparatory program at Cambridge’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. There, I studied more on drama, including movement, voice, breath, etc. After that, I took a year’s gap in my studies. I auditioned for several universities’ drama programs. Oxford School of Drama is one of top 10 drama schools in the world. I was accepted by Oxford and worked at Woodstock.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Didn’t you think of staying in England and working?” state=”close”]Of course, I did. I also took part in some theatre plays there. For example, I took part in a musical play in Scotland. I am also thinking about working there. I stayed in England for 8 years and took my education in English. I wanted to come here with the thought of whether I was away from Turkish and play here in my mother tongue.[/toggle]

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  • Valley of Hearts (Siyah Kalp) Tv Series

    Valley of Hearts (Siyah Kalp) Tv Series

    Details

    Original Title: Siyah Kalp
    English Title: Valley of Hearts
    Also Known As: La Notte Nel Cuore, Pod Istim Nebom
    Genre: Family, Drama
    Episodes: 34 (each episode is 120-150 minutes)
    Broadcast Network: Show TV
    Broadcast Period: September 12, 2024 – May 29, 2025
    Production Company: Tims&B Productions
    Director: Murat Saracoglu, Evren Karabiyik Gunaydin
    Screenwriter: Yildiz Tunc
    Filming Locations: Nevsehir, Turkey

    Synopsis

    At a very young age, Sumru (Ece Uslu) makes a heartbreaking decision. She abandons her newborn twins without even holding them. Leaving her past behind, she moves to Cappadocia with her mother, Nihayet (Isil Yucesoy), and soon marries Samet (Burak Sergen), a wealthy and influential figure in the city’s tourism industry.

    Now living a privileged life in the grand Sansalan Mansion, Sumru seems to have a perfect life. She has a loving husband, two children named Esat (Genco Ozak) and Harika (Derin Ince), and the admiration of many. She never speaks of the twins she left behind, not even to her mother. To the outside world, she is a devoted wife and a caring mother. She even becomes a caring mother to her stepson, Cihan (Burak Tozkoparan). But the children she gave birth to are a part of her past she refuses to acknowledge.

    Those twins, Nuh (Aras Aydin) and Melek (Hafsanur Sancaktutan), have been raised by their grandmother while their father serves time in prison. Life isn’t easy, and they have grown up filled with resentment toward the mother who abandoned them. As their grandmother is about to pass away, she reveals the truth about their mother’s identity. After her passing, Nuh and Melek decide to go to Cappadocia.

    Nuh and Melek want to meet Sumru. They want to confront her and claim the place they believe is rightfully theirs. When they finally come face-to-face with Sumru and reveal who they are, her reaction is cold and shocking. Sumru denies everything.

    A few days later, Sumru meets the twins in secret to offer money, hoping they’ll leave town and disappear from her life. “Giving birth doesn’t make me your mother,” she tells them, leaving Nuh and Melek stunned.

    Even though Nuh and Melek hope for remorse or a heartfelt apology, they instead meet with rejection and indifference. Seeing Sumru living happily with her family and her two other biological children, the pain of Nuh and Melek deepens day by day.

    Meanwhile, things are growing tense inside the Sahsalan mansion. Sumru’s widowed sister-in-law, Hikmet (Esra Dermancioglu), arrives with her daughter Sevilay (Leyla Tanlar). Hikmet and Samet make a secret deal and have one clear goal: to marry Sevilay off to Cihan and secure their future. They hope to keep the family wealth within trusted hands.

    But life in Cappadocia takes an unexpected turn. Cihan comes across Melek and shares an undeniable connection. At the same time, Sevilay crosses paths with Nuh and finds herself unexpectedly drawn to him. However, these innocent feelings are shadowed by an arranged marriage between Cihan and Sevilay.

    Determined not to be bought off, Melek and Nuh choose to stay in Cappadocia and reveal the truth to Sumru’s family. Melek begins working at the Sansalan mansion and develops close friendships with her grandmother. Nuh meets Tahsin (Ilker Aksum), a long-time enemy of the Sansalan family. United by a shared bitterness, Nuh and Tahsin plot their revenge.

    As emotions intensify, new relationships blossom. Melek and Cihan grow closer, and so do Nuh and Sevilay. But with Cihan and Sevilay being pushed into marriage, these young people find themselves in love, loyalty, and secrets.

    Valley of Hearts (Siyah Kalp) tv series story is about the gripping story of Melek and Nuh, twins abandoned at birth by their mother Sumru, who now lives a privileged life with her new family in Cappadocia. The siblings return years later to confront the mother who left them behind. Will Melek and Nuh expose the truth and reclaim their place in a family that rejected them? Will Melek and Nuh learn why Sumru left them years ago? Can love grow between Melek and Cihan as their worlds collide with painful truths? Will Nuh and Sevilay follow their hearts despite the expectations set for them? Will Cihan and Sevilay stand against an arranged marriage? What is the secret plan of Hikmet and Samet?

    Valley of Hearts (Siyah Kalp) Tv Series Cast

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    • Bulent Polat as Bunyamin
    • Burak Sergen as Samet Sansalan
    • Ayse Tunaboylu as Enise
    • Gozde Cigaci as Canan
    • Derin Ince as Harika Sansalan
    • Deniz Karabas as Esma
    • Ferda Isil as Sakine
    • Erkan Bektas as Halil

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    Characters:

    [toggle title=”Sumru Sansalan (Ece Uslu):” state=”close”]Sumru is a strong woman who has built a life of luxury on a foundation of denial and buried truths. She refuses to acknowledge her twins even when they come knocking at her door. Though she appears to be a loving wife and mother, her coldness toward Melek and Nuh reveals secrets in her past. As the story develops, she discloses that she was raped by her fiancee and left the twins because of that.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Cihan Sansalan (Burak Tozkoparan):” state=”close”]Cihan is Samet’s biological son and Sumru’s stepson. He lives abroad and stays away from his family. He has always felt excluded in his family. He returns to Cappodocia due to his father’s illness. Kind-hearted and thoughtful, he often finds himself torn between loyalty to the family and his growing feelings for Melek. Cihan is drawn to Melek at first sight. His attraction to her sparks a quiet rebellion against the plans others have made for his future — especially the forced marriage to his cousin Sevilay.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Melek Cakirca (Hafsanur Sancaktutan):” state=”close”]Melek is resilient, compassionate, and driven by an unshakable need to understand why she was abandoned. Despite a difficult upbringing, she maintains a sense of grace and dignity that contrasts with the bitterness she could so easily carry. Unlike her brother Nuh, Melek seeks answers more than revenge, hoping to find closure and even a connection with the mother who left her. Her developing relationship with Cihan stirs feelings of hope and belonging for the first time in her life.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Nuh Cakirca (Aras Aydin):” state=”close”]Nuh is a strong-willed and emotionally driven young man shaped by abandonment and hardship. Raised without a father and rejected by his mother before he could even know her, he carries a deep sense of betrayal that fuels his desire for revenge. Protective of his twin sister Melek, Nuh struggles between his moral compass and the anger that has defined much of his life. He develops a strong tie with Tahsin and considers him an elder brother. When he meets Sevilay, he shows his tenderness and love.[/toggle]

    [toggle title=”Sevilay (Leyla Tanlar):” state=”close”]Sevilay is a naïve and vulnerable young girl. She is determined to shape her own destiny, even as those around her try to dictate it for her. Sevilay quickly proves to be much more than a privileged young woman. Her relationship with Nuh forces her to confront the realities of love, class, and freedom.[/toggle]

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  • Esra Kilic

    Esra Kilic

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    Name: Esra Kilic
    Birthdate: March 12, 1991
    Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkey
    Height: 1,68 m
    Eye Color: Brown
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    Education: Beykent University, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Acting
    Talent Agency: EY Iletisim – Talent Management
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    Biography: Esra Kilic was born on March 12, 1991 in Istanbul. She completed her high school education at Saint Benoit French High School. She received professional culinary training at the Culinary Arts Academy. She earned her degree in acting from the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Beykent University in 2016. She developed an interest in acting from an early age. While in high school, she studied at Mujdat Gezen Art Center and played the character of Canan in the TV series Uygun Adim Ask. She was awarded a tuition scholarship by Beykent University. While continuing her acting education, she played the character of Felike in the TV series Lovebird (Calikusu – Wren). Esra Kilic graduated from Beykent University in 2016 and continued her acting career.

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    Esra Kilic

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