Why do Turkish series matter for reasons beyond what we think?

“A scene from the new Turkish series called ‘Kızıl Goncalar’ — Episode One.”

Many around us believe that Turkish series imply breaking family bonds and betrayal. However, if this notion was true about Turkish series a decade ago, the landscape has significantly changed. Now, more than just an art form, these shows serve as a form of social and political journalism.

In recent years, these series have addressed issues like assault and taught ways to confront them. They don’t just label infidelity with laughter but also instruct on how individuals confront familial rifts, fostering civil confrontation.

With the depreciation of the Turkish lira against the US dollar, the decrease in the cost of production, and adequate human resource training, the growth of this social entertainment in Turkey is multidirectional.

While mafia-themed series are expanding, a new genre has emerged, primarily produced under the OGM company. These narratives claim realism, backed by the psychological clinic of a famous figure from past years and their bestselling books, like “Gülseren.”

In the past three to four years, Turkish series have delved into psychological and self-healing aspects, albeit receiving criticism from parts of the psychological community.

All the conflicts and entertainment powers converge to critique conservative lifestyles and subsequently delve into…