Calinos Entertainment has acquired the international distribution rights to CNP Film’s Turkish drama Sevdan Bir Ateş, which premiered on Show TV in Türkiye on September 9 and will be introduced to international buyers under the English title Love in the Ashes.
Starring Murat Ünalmış (Bitter Lands, Gülcemal) and Özge Özacar (One Love), the series delivered a remarkable ratings jump in its second week, while maintaining its #1 ranking across all audience categories.
Filmed in Cappadocia, the series is directed by Murat Saraçoğlu, whose previous credits include Valley of Hearts, Bitter Lands, Deception and Mrs. Fazilet and Her Daughters. The cast also includes Gökçe Eyüboğlu, Sitare Akbaş and Taner Rumeli.
The story follows Mirza, whose bride Leyla mysteriously disappears on their wedding day. Seven years later, while preparing to marry Destan, Mirza’s infant nephew Kerem is kidnapped by his father, leading Mirza to Aleppo in search of him. There, he discovers that Leyla is still alive and caring for her six-year-old daughter, Hüma. Mirza brings them back to Cappadocia, where he must confront long-buried secrets and growing conflict within his own family.
“Love in the Ashes is a very strong example of what Turkish drama does best. It has love, family, secrets and conflict at the heart of the story, but it also has a scale and visual quality that make it feel very special,” said Aslı Serim, head of Content at Calinos Entertainment. “The response in Türkiye has been remarkable, with the series maintaining its #1 position across all audience categories while delivering an exceptional ratings increase with its second episode. Cappadocia gives the series an incredible setting, and Murat Ünalmış and Özge Özacar bring a lot to their characters. We are very confident that the story will connect with audiences around the world, and we are excited to introduce it to our international partners at MIPCOM.”
Sadi Canpolat, producer of the series, added: ”From the very first stages of the creative process behind Love in the Ashes, through the filming and production journey, and now as the series embarks on its broadcast journey, we eagerly look forward to the moment when the dedication, passion, and countless hours invested both behind and in front of the camera truly resonate with our audience. I sincerely hope that our story will continue to flourish as it finds its way to audiences around the world. I firmly believe that Love in the Ashes has the power to transcend borders, touch hearts, and leave a lasting impression on viewers across different cultures and countries for many years to come.’’
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