The successful miniseries 'El Turco' starring Can Yaman premieres today
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Today marks the premiere of 'El Turco,' the acclaimed Turkish miniseries featuring international star Can Yaman (Hasan Balaban), Greta Ferro (Gloria), and Will Kemp (Marco), airing at 10 PM/9C as part of Historical July, a special programming night that will showcase three of the summer's most anticipated premieres. 'El Turco' is part of a highly anticipated triple premiere night that also includes the U.S. debut of Operación Triunfo and the return of 'El Señor de los Cielos' for its final season, providing an unprecedented entertainment offering for Hispanic audiences. Before its U.S. premiere, 'El Turco' established itself as an international phenomenon, securing distribution in over 20 territories across Europe, America, the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia. The production has captivated audiences worldwide with its striking blend of action, romance, and period drama. The miniseries tells the story of Hasan Balaban, a warrior betrayed by his own blood. Wounded and pursued, he finds refuge in a small village where his presence ignites a spark of hope among those living under a brutal king's rule. When Balaban meets Gloria, a brave and determined woman fighting to protect her people, an intense passion arises between them, capable of challenging the pain of the past and the shadows that haunt him. However, Balaban's greatest enemy is not a stranger but Marco, the powerful commander who rules the region... and his own brother. Separated by irreversible decisions and wounds that never healed, Balaban and Marco represent two opposing paths: one guided by honor and the desire for redemption; the other, by ambition and the thirst for power. Amid betrayals, fragile alliances, and adrenaline-fueled battles, 'El Turco' unfolds into an epic tale where love blossoms amidst chaos and where two brothers are destined to confront each other, even at the cost of losing everything. Can Yaman and Greta Ferro star in 'El Turco.' Can Yaman is one of the most recognized Turkish stars globally, known for his leading roles in series like 'Dolunay,' 'Bay Yanlış,' and 'Erkenci Kuş,' the latter earning him a Golden Butterfly Award for Best Romantic Comedy Actor. Born in 1989 in Suadiye, Istanbul, he is an only child and the nephew of football coach Fuat Yaman. He studied law and is fluent in Turkish, Italian, German, English, and Spanish. In 2025, Can Yaman transformed to star in the international series 'Sandokan: The Pirate Prince,' where he plays the legendary pirate known as 'The Tiger of Malaysia.' This ambitious production, available on streaming platforms, features a grand visual display and presents the iconic character battling on the island of Mompracem. His role in 'El Turco' was pivotal in securing this lead, as it is a five-episode series that combines action, romance, and historical drama in an exciting saga about loyalty, sacrifice, family, and the relentless pursuit of justice, which you can enjoy on Telemundo starting July 7. For more information, visit Telemundo.com and follow @Telemundo and @TelemundoSeries on social media using the hashtag #ElTurco.
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