Bambaşka Biri

Bambaşka Biri, also known as Another Love, is a Turkish romantic mystery drama television series directed by Neslihan Yeşilyurt. Produced by Tims&B Productions, it stars Burak Deniz and Hande Erçel as Kenan Öztürk and Leyla Gediz.[1] It premiered on Fox Turkey on September 11, 2023.[2]

Bambaşka Biri
Genre
Screenplay by
  • Onur Şener
  • Lokman Maral
  • Seçil Çömlekçi
Story byEthem Özışık
Directed byNeslihan Yeşilyurt
Starring
Country of originTurkey
Original languageTurkish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes7 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
  • Burak Sağyaşar
  • Timur Savcı
Production locationIstanbul
Running time120 minutes
Production companyTims&B
Release
Original networkFox
Original releaseSeptember 11, 2023 (2023-09-11) 
present (present)

Plot

"The Hamdi Atılbay Murder" is a riveting tale centered around the brutal killing of Hamdi Atılbay in a secluded forest. The incident unexpectedly connects two individuals: Leyla, a determined prosecutor seeking a fresh start, and Kenan, an ambitious journalist. As they investigate, they uncover hidden links between the victim and powerful figures, revealing a world of corruption. Their professional collaboration turns into a passionate romance, complicating their pursuit of justice. The murder case's twists challenge their beliefs and force them to confront personal demons. Against a backdrop of suspense, the story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the clash between personal integrity and comfort. As Leyla and Kenan navigate falsehoods, their choices lead to a climactic moment that reshapes their lives.

Cast

Main

  • Burak Deniz as
    • Kenan Öztürk: a popular and successful news bulletin presenter; employee of TVR; Leyla's love interest
    • Doğan Kaya: Kenan's second personality due to his dissociative identity disorder; a murderer who takes revenge by killing
  • Hande Erçel as Leyla Gediz: an established public prosecutor; Kenan's love interest

Recurring

  • Cem Davran as Turan Öztürk: Deputy chief prosecutor; Nevin's husband; Kenan's father; Leyla's reporting superior
  • Berrin Arısoy as Nevin Öztürk: Turan's wife; Kenan's mother
  • Muttalip Müjdeci as Ekrem Gediz: Sahinde's husband; Leyla and Tahir's father
  • Gülçin Hatıhan as Şahinde Gediz: Ekrem's wife; Leyla and Tahir's mother
  • Begüm Akkaya as Yasemin Arca: Leyla's best friend and confidante; Tahir's former girlfriend; Murat's love interest
  • Ferit Aktug as Murat Erden: Employee at TVR; Kenan's best friend; Yasemin's love interest
  • Uğur Uzunel as Tahir Gediz: Sahinde and Ekrem's son; Leyla's brother; Yasemin's former boyfriend; Nuray's husband
  • Polen Emre as Nuray Gediz: Tahir's wife
  • Asli Orcan as Nükhet Arslan: Head and owner of TVR; Kenan's one-sided lover
  • Menderes Samancılar as İdris Usta: Dogan's accomplice
  • Koray Karaca as Refik: Leyla's subordinate officer at the prosecutor's office

Overview

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
17September 11, 2023 (2023-09-11)[3]

Episodes

No.Title[4]Directed byWritten byOriginal air date[4]
1TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık11 September 2023 (2023-09-11)
Leyla Gediz, the prosecutor, has recently returned to Istanbul and is unaware of how the case she was given on the first day and the guy she met that day will alter her life. In a murder investigation that rocked Turkey as a country, Leyla becomes the lead. Turan, the top prosecutor in the case against Leyla, is the father of Turkey's most popular news presenter, Kenan ztürk, who is also heavily engaged. In order to resist their desire and go together on the path of inquiry, Kenan and Leyla, whose fates frequently collide, must overcome their attraction to one another. They don't realise the murderer is so near, though.[4]
2TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık18 September 2023 (2023-09-18)
As Leyla's trust circle shrinks, the body count rises. Turan, desperate to save his son, becomes a prosecutor defending the killer. Kenan faces a choice.[5]
3TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık25 September 2023 (2023-09-25)
Leyla was shocked when she realized that the person she thought was Kenan was actually Doğan, and he went too far. When Kenan regained consciousness and learned what he had done, he tried to forgive himself, but softening Leyla's anger was not easy. Kenan, whose memory lapses were becoming more frequent, began to doubt his sanity, and he wasn't the only one who noticed this.[6] Doğan, who failed to kill his last victim, took unexpected risks to prevent İrfan from talking. As Kenan's trust eroded, Leyla and Commissioner Refik played a dangerous game to confirm the killer's connection to Kenan. This time, it was Doğan's turn to fall into the trap.
4TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık2 October 2023 (2023-10-02)

Despite İrfan being silenced at the last moment, some will not stay quiet in the face of cruelty. Leyla, unaware her own father is involved, seeks the truth behind murders from September 7, 1995. She teams up with Kenan, discovering a new side to him.

Ekrem, unaware he's on Doğan's radar, faces escalating pressure and dangerous involvement. Turan, preoccupied with his own worries, faces a greater concern than his son's imprisonment.

As Ekrem tries to shield his kids from the truth, he overlooks imminent danger. Kenan, dealing with repressed pain, turns to an unusual path for answers.
5TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık9 October 2023 (2023-10-09)

Leyla and Kenan are caught in a fierce battle between those trying to cover up a fire at the orphanage and those trying to expose it. They realize their enemies are unafraid and their past lives are threatened. An unexpected emotional confession complicates matters.

Turan tries to protect his son while Nevin learns disturbing information about Kenan's mental health. Doğan, determined to reclaim what's his, takes extreme measures. İdris, unable to control Doğan's impulsiveness, resorts to harsh methods, making Ekrem Doğan's prime target.
6TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık16 October 2023 (2023-10-16)
After all the things that happened to them, Kenan can no longer hide his love for Leyla. However, Leyla struggles to open up about her love that she has accepted within herself. The suppressed intensity of emotions leads the two to inevitable confessions.[7]
7TBANeslihan YeşilyurtEthem Özışık23 October 2023 (2023-10-23)
After a disaster occurs at the courthouse, Leyla takes one step away from reality again. However, a clue found after the incident determines the new target of the investigation. Nevin, who reveals the facts to the wrong person, begins to think that she has no choice but to accept Doğan as her son. Turan, who, unlike his wife, cannot accept Doğan, has a striking confrontation with Idris.

Production

Casting

The popular pairing of Hande Erçel and Burak Deniz reunited onscreen for Bambaşka Biri, marking their second collaboration after Aşk Laftan Anlamaz (2016).[8]

Development

Initially titled İki Yabancı,[9] which is known as Two Strangers in English, but launched with the title Bambaşka Biri.[10]

The series was announced by Fox Turkey to be directed by Neslihan Yeşilyurt, starring Hande Erçel and Burak Deniz.[11]

Filmed

The television series "Bambaşka Biri" is primarily filmed in Istanbul, Turkey[12], with various colorful scenes being shot in locations such as Beşiktaş and Galata within the city[13].

Reception

Ratings

Bambaşka Biri was the most watched television series in all categories on September 18 when its second episode was released.[14]

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryNomineeResultReference
2023 Golden Butterfly Awards Best Actor Burak Deniz TBA
Best Actress Hande Erçel TBA
Best Couple Burak Deniz and Hande Erçel TBA
Best Series Bambaşka Biri TBA
Best Director Neslihan Yeşilyurt TBA
Best Screenwriter Ethem Özışık TBA

See also

References

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