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The show 'Just Istanbul' which premiered on ATV, managed to grab the attention of viewers with its first episode, making it one of the notable productions. The series, which hit the screens for the summer season, managed to make a name for itself with the ratings it received. Now, it has been learned that a new actor has joined the cast.Source: Birsen Altuntaş

Television channels have largely determined the productions they will present to the audience in the new broadcast season. In addition to the series continuing from the previous season, numerous new projects are also gearing up to hit the screens. While some productions began their broadcast life in the summer months, their journey in the new season will depend on their viewer ratings. Especially recently, with the announcement of actor casts and project news, the series roadmap of the channels has also emerged. The productions expected to be broadcasted by Kanal D, ATV, Star TV, NOW, Show TV, and TRT 1 in the new season have started to become clear. A wide range, from dramas to youth stories, family series to period works, draws attention. Here are the series expected to be on screen in the 2026-2027 season...

The ongoing drug investigation on the set of the series 'Sea of Fire', shot for TRT Natural, has become one of the most talked-about topics in the news. After a narcotics raid was conducted on the set located at the Beykoz Shoe Factory, legal proceedings were initiated against the leading actor, Erdem Kaynarca. Following these developments, all eyes turned to both the actor and the production company. There was also curiosity about how the shooting on set would continue. A short time later, an official statement was released by the production company.Source: Birsen Altuntaş

The long-discussed actor change in the series, which ATV is preparing to bring to the screens in the new season and the shooting of which will take place in Adana, has been a hot topic. The departure of Uğur Güneş, who was mentioned for the leading role, and his replacement by Burak Özçivit, raised eyebrows. Following Güneş's resentful statement, the rumors circulating behind the scenes began to clarify. According to the claim, the party that wanted Burak Özçivit to be included in the project was not the production company, but directly the ATV management. As per Mehmet Üstündağ's claim, Burak Özçivit wanted to be the lead actor in the series and had discussions with ATV management.SOURCE: Mehmet Üstündağ Let's Talk/ TV8

Ugur Gunes, who was initially slated to star in the upcoming Adana-based series 'Where the Sun Rises,' surprisingly left the project before filming began. His abrupt departure sent shockwaves through the industry, and within a few hours, it was announced that Burak Ozçivit would be stepping into the lead role. Following the news that Ozçivit had taken over his role in the new series, Gunes made a series of pointed posts on his social media accounts, reigniting discussions about the industry.SOURCE: Birsen Altuntas

The grand finale of Survivor 2026 is just around the corner. Mert Nobre, Ramazan Sarı, Nagihan Karadere, and Sercan Yıldırım have emerged as the quarter-finalists, while a duel was held to determine the final trio. Sercan Yıldırım, who was eliminated in the quarter-finals after losing to Nagihan, broke down in tears.

Work is ongoing for Doğukan Güngör's new series 'Honor,' following his departure from 'Cornelian Cherry Sherbet'. As the cast of the new series, which is being prepared for the new season by Kanal D, is being finalized, a seasoned actor has joined the series featuring Doğukan Güngör. SOURCE: Birsen Altuntaş

Onur Dilber, who portrays the character Gezep in TRT 1's record-breaking series 'This Sea Will Overflow,' announced his departure from the show's cast through a social media post. The news of Dilber not returning for the new season of 'This Sea Will Overflow,' which he just found out himself, sparked a flurry of comments on social media.

Serinin ilk filmi G.O.R.A.'nın üstünden geçen 20 yılın ardından müjdeyi vermişti. G.O.R.A. ve A.R.O.G. filmleri gelmiş geçmiş en başarılı yapımlar arasında yer alırken GORA 4 GORA da şimdiden heyecan yarattı. Cem Yılmaz, kadrosu belli olan ve çekimleri başlayan filmin setinden paylaşım yaptı.

Following the conclusion of the second season of 'Uzak Şehir', the top-rated series on Kanal D, the show took a break, during which Ozan Akbaba, who plays the character Cihan in the series, rolled up his sleeves for the series 'Çırak'. Set to air on Tabii, the second season of the series features Gonca Cilasun, who portrayed the character Sadakat in 'Uzak Şehir', alongside Ozan Akbaba. With his transformed style, Akbaba was virtually showered with love in Kars.

Biran Damla Yılmaz, who has recently become one of the most talked-about figures due to her portrayal of the character Yıldız in the series 'Halef,' was last in the news following allegations made on the show 'Gel Konuşalım' by journalist Mehmet Üstündağ. Üstündağ claimed that during her time living in Germany with her ex-boyfriend Abdurrahman Aydın, Yılmaz had undergone a series of cosmetic surgeries, and due to these procedures, she allegedly had an outstanding debt of 144,000 Euros, resulting in a warrant for her arrest. In the wake of these allegations, Yılmaz received support from her co-star, İlhan Şen.

Preparations for the new season of TV series have kicked off. Following the great success of 'Uzak Şehir', a series filmed outside Istanbul, there has been a surge in earth-themed series, a triumph further underscored by the record-breaking performance of 'Taşacak Bu Deniz'. The upcoming season will feature 'Sevdam Karadeniz', set to be the second series filmed in Trabzon, which has already secured its place among the most anticipated productions. However, the series' lead, Emre Bey, has unexpectedly withdrawn from the project.Source: Birsen Altuntaş

Atv, which has started preparations for the new season, had initially cast Uğur Güneş as the lead role in their upcoming series 'Güneşin Doğduğu Yer', set to be filmed in Adana. However, an announcement was made yesterday that Uğur Güneş had parted ways with the series, and shortly thereafter, it was revealed that Burak Özçivit would be taking over the lead role. Uğur Güneş drew attention with his posts implying an infringement of rights towards Burak Özçivit.

Following the allegations that there is a search and arrest warrant in Germany for Biran Damla Yılmaz, the star of the 'Halef' series, numerous celebrities have shown their support through social media posts. Veda Yurtsever, who revealed the truth through her posts after the departure of leading actress Aybüke Pusat from 'Halef', has once again stepped forward to back Biran Damla Yılmaz.

The 2025-2026 television season has officially come to a close. Alongside powerhouses like 'Distant City', 'This Sea Will Overflow', and 'Underground' that managed to maintain their strength and ratings, numerous other series bid farewell to the screens either during or at the end of the season. Out of the 36 series that aired throughout the season, it has been revealed that only 13 will carry on into the next year.