Turkish actors Emin Günenç, İlsu Demirci on global hit Arafta, filming scenes in extreme conditions and overwhelming response from fans. Watch
Turkish actors Emin Günenç and İlsu Demirci discuss the global success of their romantic revenge drama 'Arafta' and the physical challenges faced during production. The actors highlight the difficulty of filming in extreme weather conditions, including freezing temperatures for key scenes.
Why it matters
The international success of Turkish dramas highlights the growing global reach of non-Western media content and the increasing demand for cross-cultural entertainment.
A year after Arafta began with its first table read on September 15, the Turkish romantic revenge drama has travelled much further than its makers could have expected. Co-produced by GoQuest Media and Rains Pictures, the series is now being broadcast in 28 countries and has found a particularly passionate audience in India.While viewers have been following the twists and turns of Ateş and Mercan's relationship, the actors have had their own challenges behind the scenes. In an exclusive conversation with Hindustan Times, Turkish actors Emin Günenç and İlsu Demirci spoke about filming those scenes, dealing with emotionally exhausting schedules and watching Arafta become a global hit. [This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity].
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