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Digital Phablet – TRT 1’s historical epic Kuruluş Orhan captivated audiences as Mert Yazıcıoğlu made a striking debut.
Fans hailed the first episode of TRT 1’s ambitious new series Kuruluş Orhan with five-star reviews. Starring Mert Yazıcıoğlu, Aslıhan Karalar, Ekin Koç, and Burak Tozkoparan, the premiere was highly successful, earning top ratings across all categories.
The series, produced by Bozdağ Film, achieved an overall rating of 4.95, making it a major success. It secured second place among viewers in the AB demographic with a 4.31 rating and third in the ABC1 category with a 5.02 rating.
The story of Orhan recounts his early years as the son of Osman Gazi, founder of the Ottoman Empire, focusing on its nascent days. Viewers praise the series for its stunning visuals, meticulous production design, and careful attention to historical accuracy.
Social media buzz reflected widespread admiration for the intense action scenes, authentic settings, and especially Mert Yazıcıoğlu’s remarkable portrayal of Orhan Bey.
In the opening episode, Orhan Bey sustains a nine-year siege on Bursa, driven by his desire to fulfill his father Osman Bey’s long-standing dream. However, his challenges extend beyond warfare, as internal power struggles threaten his leadership and complicate his mission.
The internal conflict tests both Osman Bey’s leadership and Orhan Bey’s resolve. On the battlefield, Orhan demonstrates his strategic genius by delivering a significant blow to the Byzantines—killing Flavius’ brother—sparking chaos within enemy ranks. Enraged, Flavius vows revenge, setting the stage for an even more intense confrontation.
Meanwhile, Tekfur Saros, the formidable ruler of Bursa, along with his expert commander Flavius, leads the Byzantine resistance, determined to halt the Ottoman advance.
As Osman Bey’s trusted beys gather for a crucial feast, tensions escalate over who should lead during the ongoing siege. Disagreements about leadership and Şahinşah Bey’s aggressive plans threaten to intensify the conflict further.
Anticipation grows regarding how Orhan Bey will navigate the perilous power dynamics between his ambitious lords and the Byzantine adversaries.
The series continues to pique viewers’ curiosity about Orhan Bey’s leadership in the face of escalating violence and political intrigue.
The second episode of Kuruluş: Orhan is scheduled to air on ATV on November 5, 2025, at 8 PM.
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