Filming of the series "Love and Tears" begins with Handa Archil and Barış Arduç

All eyes have begun to turn to the highly anticipated Turkish series "Love and Tears," an adaptation of the hit Korean drama "Queen of Tears," which broke viewership records and achieved global success. The series stars Hande Erçel and Barış Arduç, who stole the spotlight from their first appearances behind the scenes in Istanbul. With the announcement of its September premiere on atv, audience excitement has increased significantly.

Huge production and a distinguished team The series is a collaboration between O3 Media and Dass Yapım, with a script by Dilara Pamuk and directed by Engin Erden. The first images from filming have generated widespread interaction on social media, reflecting the level of anticipation for this work, which promises to be one of the most prominent productions of the new season.

Story and characters Barış Arduç plays the role of "Selim," the family's lawyer, while Hande Erçel plays "Mira," a successful entrepreneur who manages the family's interests. The chemistry between the two stars, which has proven successful in previous projects, has audiences anticipating this series as one of the most prominent dramas of 2025.

High wages and high expectations According to Oda TV, Barış and Hande each earn 3.5 million Turkish liras per episode, while the production cost of each episode amounts to 20 million liras. To achieve the desired return, the series requires a viewership rating of at least 7%. The duo's success is not limited to traditional screens, but also extends to digital platforms, as they have proven through their work on Disney Plus.