Starring Bergüzar Korel and Mehmet Günsür, the highly anticipated Turkish drama Annem Ankara premiered on Kanal D on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Here’s a closer look at the cast and storyline of this compelling new series.
The Plot of Annem Ankara
In Annem Ankara, Bergüzar Korel takes on the role of Zuhal, while Mehmet Günsür portrays Hasan.
Set in 1990s Ankara, the series tells the story of a single mother struggling to survive. Zuhal Soydaşlı, a mother of three sons, is married to a man who never truly grew up. After the birth of her youngest child, Zuhal is forced to retire from her job at the Ministry of Education, sending her life into turmoil. Just days later, she discovers that her husband, Hasan, has been unfaithful.
Now facing the harsh realities of life, Zuhal and her three sons must navigate survival in the heart of Ankara. A city without the charm of the sea or the Bosphorus, Ankara becomes a symbol of resilience and struggle. For Zuhal, motherhood is not just a role but an ongoing battle to keep her family afloat.
Cast of Annem Ankara
Hasan Soydaşlı (Mehmet Günsür)
49-year-old Mehmet Günsür, born on May 8, 1975, in Istanbul, Turkey, is a celebrated actor whose TV career began in 1997. He has starred in numerous projects, including the widely acclaimed series Muhteşem Yüzyıl and Fi.
Born in 1949 in Istanbul, Hasan Soydaşlı was an ambitious man who, while excelling in his professional life, struggled to find balance in his personal relationships. He met Zuhal while attending a boarding school in Erzurum and later changed his academic path to study engineering in Ankara. Despite his career success, he never succeeded in building meaningful connections, searching for a sense of belonging and purpose. He is a father of three sons, yet emotionally immature, and seeks not love, but true acceptance from those around him.
Zuhal Soydaşlı (Bergüzar Korel)
42-year-old Bergüzar Korel, born on August 27, 1982, in Istanbul, Turkey, is an award-winning actress. Married to renowned actor Halit Ergenç since 2009, she first appeared in the 1998 drama Kırık Hayatlar. She gained prominence with her roles in Binbir Gece, Karadayı, and Vatanım Sensin.
Born in Erzurum in 1947, Zuhal Soydaşlı found herself becoming a mother in Ankara after spending her childhood and youth in her hometown. Her life is a delicate balance between strength and fragility. She is a woman who has known struggle, especially after being born into a large family with eight children. Her life has always been about survival, and her experience as a mother is a continuous struggle against fate. The show highlights how, despite falling time and time again, Zuhal always finds the strength to get back up—motivated by her children and their future.
Zuhal’s role as a mother is more than just nurturing her children; it’s about her sacrifices, her tears, and her constant battle to protect her sons from the harshness of life. She is determined that they won’t experience the same pain she did.
Özgürcan Çevik
41-year-old Özgürcan Çevik, born on October 24, 1983, in Ankara, Turkey, is best known for his iconic portrayal of the character Şevkat Yerimdar.
Gökçe Eyüboğlu
41-year-old Gökçe Eyüboğlu, born on August 20, 1983, in Istanbul, Turkey, began her acting career in 2010 with the series Aşk ve Ceza. She later starred in Kadın and Mahkum. Most recently, she gained recognition for her role as Didem in Şahane Hayatım.
Sevinç Erbulak
49-year-old Sevinç Erbulak, born on October 20, 1975, in Istanbul, Turkey, launched her career with the iconic series Süper Baba (1994–1997). She has since appeared in several hit shows, including Sakla Beni, Erkenci Kuş, Masumiyet, and Ulan İstanbul.
Celile Toyon
80-year-old Celile Toyon, born on October 3, 1944, in Istanbul, Turkey, is a seasoned actor, primarily known for her extensive work in theater.
Sinem Uslu
40-year-old Sinem Uslu, born on January 9, 1985, in Istanbul, Turkey, made her debut with the TV series Duvar in 2007. She rose to fame playing Gamze in the popular series Arka Sıradakiler. She also starred in Hayat Yolunda and Kiralık Aşk.
The other cast members of Annem Ankara are as follows.; Muharrem Türkseven, Mustafa Açılan, Dilek Çelebi, Hakan Akın, Yıldıray Şahinler, Fatma Toptaş, Durukan Çelikkaya, Ezgi Gör, Selen Özbayrak, Başak Akan, Mustafa Enis Bilir, Beyza Şekerci, Cansu Dağdelen, Kerem Eren, Mert Tanık, Naz Özgülüş, Egemen Ulaş Önkal, Mehmet Can Akça, Yasin Pehlivan.