Can Yaman responds to critics of "El Turco"... an Ottoman epic in Italy

In a dramatic turnaround, and after a wave of harsh criticism for preferring to work in Italy over Turkey, Turkish star Can Yaman delivered a resounding artistic response that silenced all dissenting voices. The star surprised audiences with a massive historical work titled “El Turco,” presenting a captivating story that blends the fragrance of history with the warmth of romance and the thrill of adventure. An Ottoman soldier finds himself trapped in a remote Italian village amidst captivating events.

"El Turco" imposes its presence strongly on the viewer.

Turkish star Can Yaman is keen to promote his new series "El Turco", which quickly topped the trending lists on various social media platforms, thanks to its powerful and bold scenes that sparked widespread interaction among the audience. This work is considered a strong and distinctive return for Can Yaman to the screen after a period away from the spotlight, and it also represents a qualitative shift in his artistic career after presenting a series of Turkish and Italian romantic works that established his image as a romantic star.

A journey through time to the seventeenth century... a love story amidst Ottoman conflicts

The new historical series "El Turco," dubbed in Arabic on STARZPLAY, takes place in the heart of the turbulent 17th century, specifically in the shadow of the violent conflicts witnessed during the Ottoman campaign on Vienna. In the midst of these bloody events, the brave Ottoman soldier "Hassan," one of the front-line men in the Ottoman army, is injured and finds himself lost to his battalion and wounded, wandering behind enemy lines. In his quest for survival, "Hassan" reaches a remote Italian village, and is forced to disguise himself and adopt a new identity as a simple craftsman until he recovers from his injury. But fate has another surprise in store for him, as he meets a charming Italian girl, and a stormy love story develops between them that defies all odds and cultural differences.

An elite group of stars will star alongside Can Yaman in the historical epic.

Can Yaman stars in the series "El Turco" alongside a group of talented stars from Turkey, Italy and other countries, giving the series a global touch. The distinguished cast includes Italian star Greta Ferro, who plays the female lead, in addition to Magnus Samuelsson, Slavko Šupin, Haluk Beyes, Maddalena Aragë, David Strims and other prominent figures who contribute to the enrichment of the series' events and deliver high-level acting performances.