The new Turkish drama “Annem Ankara” starring the talented actors Bergüzar Korel and Mehmet Günsür premieres on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Here’s an overview of the show’s plot and cast.
Wednesdays are already packed with competitive Turkish drama shows, including Kuruluş Osman, Sandık Kokusu, Leyla, and Sahipsizler, and now “Annem Ankara” has joined the lineup. The competition on Wednesday nights is about to get even fiercer, and it will be interesting to see which shows will last and which ones will say goodbye to the screen in the near future.
Plot of Annem Ankara:
In “Annem Ankara,” Bergüzar Korel plays the character Zuhal, while Mehmet Günsür portrays Hasan.
Set in 1990s Ankara, “Annem Ankara” tells the story of a single mother struggling to survive. The narrative focuses on Zuhal Soydaşlı’s life as a mother of three sons, married to a man who never truly grew up. Her world turns upside down when, after the birth of her youngest child, she has to retire from her job at the Ministry of National Education. A few days later, she discovers that her husband Hasan has been unfaithful.
Zuhal, with her three sons, faces the harsh reality of survival, living in the very heart of Ankara. The city, with no sea or strait, becomes a symbol of her resilience and struggle. Being a mother is not just a role—it is a constant fight for survival, on her own.
Annem Ankara Cast:
Hasan Soydaşlı (Mehmet Günsür)
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)
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.
Other Cast Members:
The supporting cast includes Özgürcan Çevik, Gökçe Eyüboğlu, Sevinç Erbulak, Celile Toyon, Sinem Uslu, 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, and many more. These talented actors bring life to the characters that contribute to the compelling narrative of “Annem Ankara.”
With an engaging storyline and a star-studded cast, “Annem Ankara” promises to be a significant new addition to the Turkish drama scene. Stay tuned for the premiere on November 20!