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Al Bawaba
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel to reunite for third time in Queen of Tears Turkish remake
ALBAWABA - Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel reunite for their third project in a powerful drama remake. Following the release of the film Rüzgara Bırak on Netflix, Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel, who previously collaborated on the lead roles in the Disney+ series Aşkı Hatırla, have decided to collaborate on a television series. Following the release of the film Rüzgara Bırak on Netflix, Barış Arduç and Hande Erçel, who previously collaborated on the lead roles in the Disney+ series Aşkı Hatırla, have decided to collaborate on a television series. It has been reported by journalist Birsen Altuntaş that the two individuals will take turns playing the principal roles in the adaptation of Queen of Tears that will be broadcast on ATV during the upcoming season. In the adaptation of Queen of Tears, which will be produced by O3 Medya, Hande Erçel will portray the daughter of one of the wealthiest families in the country, who has three months left to live. Barış Arduç will play the role of the woman's husband, who is now in the process of divorcing her. Through her work on the Sadakatsiz series, screenwriter Dilara Pamuk has established a name for herself. Engin Erden will be the director of the series, which will be written by Pamuk. As soon as it began airing on March 9, 2024, Queen of Tears swiftly established itself as a significant figure in the annals of Korean television history. With a rating of 24.8% in its last episode, the series became the most watched series in the history of Korean television, surpassing The World of the Married and Reborn Rich as the most watched series in Korean television history. The series follows a wealthy woman, the heiress to the most famous shopping mall chain in the country, as she discovers that she has three months to live and as she deals with her relationship with her husband, whom she is in the process of divorcing. Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won are the actors who play the leading roles in the series.
Campaign ME
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
Visit Dubai casts Barış Arduç in romance-led Turkish campaign
Visit Dubai has unveiled a new Turkish-language campaign, 'Dubai. Aşkla Güzel', translating to Dubai. Beautiful with Love, targeting Turkish travellers – especially couples and families – through a story-led film that casts Dubai as a destination of emotion, adventure and modern charm. Fronted by acclaimed Turkish actor Barış Arduç, the campaign film takes viewers on a cinematic-style journey across the city. Through the lens of romance and discovery, Arduç explores contrasting sides of the city – from the stillness of Al Qudra Desert to the sleek, urban energy of Downtown Dubai; from colourful stretches of Kite Beach to the heritage-laced waterfronts of Al Seef. The production doesn't list tourist attractions outright. Instead, it uses symbolism, small gestures and ambient storytelling to position Dubai as a place to connect, explore and feel. In the film, Barış Arduç follows visual and emotional cues across the city – travelling by camel, classic car, boat and electric scooter – mirroring the rhythm of an unfolding relationship. He described the experience of filming as feeling more like a holiday than a production, adding that Dubai made every moment feel like a scene from a movie. Shot at recognisable landmarks including Burj Park, Jumeirah Al Qasr Hotel and Balloon at the Palace, the campaign builds visual resonance to back its emotional tone. The result is a highly curated snapshot of the city's duality – offering both escapism and cultural richness. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Dubai (@ Director Engin Erden, making his first visit to the emirate for the project, reflected on Dubai as a place that naturally lends itself to cinematic storytelling. He described the shoot as an unforgettable experience and is already anticipating a return. Writer and creative director Kaan Ertüz noted that although the campaign doesn't explicitly show 'love,' it carries its presence in every frame, echoing the emotional undertones of each location and moment. The multi-platform campaign is currently live in Turkey, with a MENA-wide rollout to follow. It spans outdoor, digital, social media and print channels. Behind-the-scenes footage and content assets offer a supporting layer of discovery and relatability. The campaign was produced by Big Kahuna Films, with creative direction and script by Kaan Ertüz and direction by Engin Erden.
