Turkish actors Gelin Kandemir and Hakan Celebi are joining forces for the first time in the new original digital series 'Çiçekçi Kız' (Flower Girl), which is currently in production for the TOD platform. This romantic drama project brings together two rising stars in a story that blends elements of romance, mystery, and everyday life.
According to reports from Turkish entertainment publications, the series is produced by Ofis Medya and created by award-winning filmmaker Deniz Akçay, who serves as both screenwriter and director. The project is conceived as a short digital series specifically designed for streaming service viewers.
Preparations officially began with the actors reading the script, marking the start of production before filming ramps up. The series differs from traditional television dramas as it is developed as a short streaming product; episodes are expected to run about 15–20 minutes, making it one of TOD's latest projects aimed at viewers who prefer more dynamic digital storytelling.
Gelin Kandemir plays Nilufer, an ambitious young woman who decides to leave behind the complexities of her professional career in search of a calmer and more meaningful life. Hoping for a fresh start, she opens a cozy cafe where she also sells flowers, creating a warm and welcoming place that becomes central to the plot.
However, her peaceful beginning is disrupted by meeting Faruk, played by Hakan Celebi. Faruk initially appears as an ordinary man who becomes Nilufer's business partner in the cafe. As events unfold, it is revealed that he is actually a police officer working undercover as part of a secret mission, laying the foundation for a relationship built on hidden identities, unexpected feelings, and complex decisions.
The developing connection between Nilufer and Faruk is expected to be the emotional core of the series, blending romance with suspense as Faruk tries to balance his professional duties with growing feelings.
The cast also includes Iğit Yapıcı, Yunus Narın, Gizem Denizci, and Müge Su Şahin, who will play important roles. Although details about their characters have not been officially disclosed, Turkish media reports that they will contribute to both the personal and investigative aspects of the plot.
Production is moving quickly. Following the initial script reading, rehearsals are scheduled before official filming begins. According to Turkish media, principal photography is set to continue throughout the summer, with filming completion targeted for mid-August.
For Gelin Kandemir, this project represents another leading role following recent success in television. The actress has established herself through performances in projects such as Hakan: Muhafız (The Protector), Doğduğun Ev Kaderindir, Kağıt Ev, Duy Beni, and most recently, Sevdiğim Sensin, where she played Dikle.
Meanwhile, Hakan Celebi continues to expand his acting career after gaining attention for his role as Pasha in Yeraltı. His participation in 'Çiçekçi Kız' offers a different challenge, allowing him to portray a policeman living a double life while navigating increasingly complex emotional relationships.
The series NOW Yeraltı is preparing for its second season, which promises significant changes in both production and cast. Among the potential major participants is one of Turkey's most respected actors, İsmail Hacıoğlu.
According to reports from Turkish entertainment publications, Hacıoğlu is negotiating to join the project by Medyapım. The series is overseen by director Murat Öztürk and producer Fatih Aksoy. Preparation for the new season began after the first season concluded on May 20th.
Initial reports indicated that Hacıoğlu was being considered for the lead role, which could significantly change the direction of the plot. Latest information suggests that discussions between the actor and the team are ongoing, and he might join the cast once the details of his character are finalized.
According to Turkish press, Hacıoğlu is expected to play a powerful new character who will be an adversary to Bozkurt Hanoğlu, better known as Bozo, played by Uraz Kaygılaroğlu. Although the identity and full background of Hacıoğlu's potential character have not been officially revealed, the possibility of the experienced actor clashing with Bozo has already generated great interest among fans of the series.
This addition will create a new dramatic conflict at the core of the second season. Bozo is one of the central figures of Yeraltı, whose power and influence are closely tied to the criminal underworld. The appearance of a new, strong rival may force him into a confrontation unlike anything he experienced in the first season.
Yeraltı has become one of NOW's most discussed dramatic projects in the 2025–26 season. The series stars Deniz Can Aktaş as Haydar Ali Aslan, Devrim Özkan as Halide Ceylan, and Uraz Kaygılaroğlu as Bozkurt Hanoğlu. The story tells of Haydar Ali, who goes to prison after seeking revenge for the murder of his family, and then becomes involved with one of Turkey's most dangerous underground networks. His release confronts him with old love, loyalty, betrayal, and influential figures controlling the criminal world.
The second season is also expected to introduce several new characters. Turkish media reported that Bozo's former lover will appear in the story, and she will have a young daughter played by child actress Azra Aksu. These new elements should expand the personal and dramatic conflicts surrounding the main characters.
The possible involvement of İsmail Hacıoğlu in Yeraltı would mark a significant return for him to a major television project. Previously, the actor starred in the series Cennetin Çocukları on TRT 1 but left it earlier this year following an investigation. Turkish media reported that he was removed from the cast after the investigation, although previously filmed episodes were still planned for broadcast.
Hacıoğlu has established himself as one of Turkey's strongest dramatic performers, known for taking on emotionally intense and complex roles. Therefore, his potential appearance in Yeraltı has attracted special attention from viewers eagerly awaiting how his acting style will fit into the dark world of crime, power, revenge, and betrayal in the series.
Although the actor's participation has not yet been officially confirmed by Medyapım or NOW, the ongoing negotiations have made İsmail Hacıoğlu one of the most closely watched names in the preparation for the second season. If an agreement is reached, the conflict between his character and Bozo could become one of the central storylines of the new season, adding another major force to the series, which ended its first season with an open future.
According to Turkish media, actors Aytaç Şaşmaz and Serra Arıtürk found each other outside of the set after several months of working together. Turkish entertainment publications report that the couple has been secretly dating since May 2026.
According to reports published by entertainment journalist Birsen Altuntaş and widely circulated in Turkish media, the actors initially became close friends during the filming of 'Kaosun Anatomisi' (Anatomy of Chaos)—one of the most discussed original projects on HBO Max Turkey. Their friendship gradually evolved into a romantic relationship after spending a lot of time together on set.
Sources cited by Turkish media claim that Arıtürk and Şaşmaz have been together for about two and a half months. Instead of starting a relationship immediately after meeting, they reportedly befriended each other during production before realizing a stronger connection between them. Although neither actor has publicly commented on these rumors, entertainment portals describe the development of their relationship as a natural process that occurred while working on the series.
This alleged romance attracted significant attention because both actors are starring in 'Kaosun Anatomisi,' which is one of the major original drama projects on HBO Max Turkey. The series first brought the pair together professionally and is considered one of the platform's most anticipated Turkish projects. Fans noted the chemistry between the two performers, and news of their off-screen relationship quickly became one of the most discussed stories on Turkish social media.
According to Turkish media, the relationship became more public after Aytaç Şaşmaz visited Serra Arıtürk during the filming of another project. Arıtürk is currently working in Cyprus on a new series by Emin Alper titled 'İnsanlar,' whose production is in full swing. It is reported that Şaşmaz traveled to Cyprus to spend time with the actress during her filming. This trip, reportedly, drew attention from people on set, and Turkish media described the couple as noticeably happy together during the reunion. Despite the actors not having published official photos of this trip themselves, this report fueled speculation that the relationship is becoming more serious.
Despite growing public interest, both actors continue to keep their private lives away from public attention. Neither Serra Arıtürk nor Aytaç Şaşmaz has made a public statement confirming or denying these relationships, and both continue to focus on their professional duties. Their decision to avoid public discussion aligns with how they have managed their private lives in recent years.
Serra Arıtürk has consistently developed her acting career, first gaining fame through music and social media. She then successfully transitioned to television, participating in productions such as Aşkın Kıyameti, Taş Kağıt Makas, and now Kaosun Anatomisi, as well as starring in 'İnsanlar' under Emin Alper's direction. Aytaç Şaşmaz remains one of Turkey's most recognizable young actors. He has starred in popular series including Söz, Baht Oyunu, Darmaduman, and Hatıran Yeter, gaining great popularity both in Turkey and abroad. Since both continue to work on high-profile projects, Turkish entertainment media suggest that their shared passion for acting became the foundation of a relationship that quietly developed behind the scenes before becoming one of the industry's latest romantic storylines.
