Turkish Series News on January 11, 2025
Günay Karacaoğlu has joined the cast of the series Leyla: Life, Love, Justice.
Günay Karacaoğlu
Çağlar Ertuğrul and Zeynep Tuğçe Bayat on the set of the series Prince.
Çağlar Ertuğrul and Zeynep Tuğçe Bayat
At the premiere of Merve Dizdar’s play People, Places, Things, Serenay Sarıkaya was also present. The actress praised her colleague’s performance, saying, “I missed seeing Merve on stage so much. The play was amazing, and I congratulate everyone involved in its creation.”
Merve Dizdar
Birce Akalay attended the premiere of People, Places, Things with her partner Hakan Kurtaş. She shared her impressions, saying, “Director İbrahim Çiçek did an outstanding job. He conveyed a message that deeply touched all of us. I sincerely congratulate him.”
Birce Akalay and Hakan Kurtaş
The movie Leave It to the Wind, starring Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel, will be released in Russian cinemas on February 6, 2025. The Volga company, along with the online platform Ivi, has prepared a special treat for fans: the film’s stars will personally present it in Moscow.
Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel
On Kanal D, preparations are underway for the premiere of the highly anticipated series starring Çağatay Ulusoy, Eşref’s Dream. The series follows the life of Eşref, a crime world leader. Produced by Tims&B for Kanal D, the series recently welcomed Ceren Benderlioğlu to its cast.
Ceren Benderlioğlu
Damla Sönmez graced the cover of the January issue of Women’s Shine magazine.
Damla Sönmez
The set of the popular series “Orphans,” filmed in the Midyat district of Mardin for Star TV and produced by OGM Pictures, was visited by Mayor Veysi Şahin. Following his visit, Şahin presented the team with a commemorative plaque and wished them further success.
Orphans
The production company behind the series “Red Roses” issued a statement addressing a scene widely discussed on social media. In episode 34, it was rumored that the character Birgül throws her headscarf into the fire. However, the company denied these claims: “For the past two days, there have been inaccurate interpretations circulating on social media and in the press. The claims that the character removes her headscarf and throws it into the fire are not true.” The company emphasized its respect for cultural and religious symbols and stated that this careful approach would continue until the end of the series.
Red Roses
The Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office has launched an investigation against manager Ayşe Barım, who works with prominent artists, including Serenay Sarıkaya. The investigation was initiated following allegations on social media, which the prosecution deemed sufficient grounds for further examination. The investigation focuses on accusations of labor rights violations, blackmail, and other potential offenses.
Serenay Sarıkaya
The first photos of Settar Tanrıöğen on the set of “Red Roses” have been revealed. He looks impressive.
Settar Tanrıöğen
Mert Ramazan Demir shared insights about his best and worst personality traits. He noted: “I like my flexibility in life. I don’t dwell on things, I’m patient, and I believe in changes, which don’t scare me. If my traits don’t harm others, I don’t worry about which ones I dislike.”
Mert Ramazan Demir
The series “Don’t Cry, Istanbul,” adapted from the Iranian series “Shahrzad,” has added new cast members. Following the introduction of Erdal Cindoruk as the enemy of Büyük Bey, Veda Yurtsever will join in the fifth episode as Şirin’s aunt, Zerrin.
Veda Yurtsever
Vahide Perçin praised Meryem Uzerli, her co-star in the series “Şakir Pasha Family: Miracles and Scandals.” She remarked that she had long awaited the chance to collaborate with such a hardworking actress. Perçin also shared her admiration for Meryem since watching her in “Magnificent Century.” “She portrays complex emotions beautifully,” Vahide added. Meryem thanked her colleague for the kind words and admitted that working on this series helped her recover from burnout: “Working with Vahide feels like a reward.”
Vahide Perçin and Meryem Uzerli