“Mehmed: Sultan of the Conquests” Grabs Attention at Cannes MIPCOM Fair
TRT introduced its highly anticipated historical series, “Mehmed: Sultan of the Conquests,” to an international audience at the prestigious MIPCOM fair in Cannes, located on the southern coast of France.
MIPCOM, the world’s leading content industry event, welcomed a diverse range of participants this year, with Spain honored as the country of focus. On the opening day, TRT presented its series to great anticipation from both local and international audiences.
TRT’s Key Representatives at the Event
Several prominent figures from TRT and the series’ team attended the event, including TRT Deputy General Manager Ziyad Varol, TRT Advertising and Content Sales Department Head Mustafa İlbeyli, producer Eyüp Gökhan Özekin, and leading actors Serkan Çayoğlu, Luka Peros, and Selim Bayraktar. The series aims to share the grandeur and historical significance of Fatih Sultan Mehmet, one of the most influential figures in world history.
Bringing the Story of Fatih Sultan Mehmet to the World
The series screening was kicked off with a speech from Ziyad Varol, who highlighted Fatih Sultan Mehmet’s monumental impact on global history. Varol praised the series’ successful portrayal of the sultan’s life and noted its strong performance on digital platforms, such as YouTube.
Historical Accuracy and High Production Value
During the Q&A session after the screening, producer Eyüp Gökhan Özekin highlighted how essential historical accuracy was for the series. He explained that the production team collaborated closely with expert historians to maintain the story’s authenticity. Lead actor Serkan Çayoğlu, who portrays Fatih Sultan Mehmet, discussed how he prepared physically and mentally for the role, especially considering the era in which the series takes place. He also pointed out the challenges posed by the heavy period costumes, which helped capture the atmosphere of 500 years ago.
International Success and Local Interest
TRT’s Advertising and Content Sales Department Head, Mustafa İlbeyli, emphasized MIPCOM’s importance for the global content industry. He proudly shared that the second season of the series had just begun and mentioned its growing international popularity, including its recent acquisition by Italian television networks.
Growing Global Interest in Turkish Historical Series
Serkan Çayoğlu, who stars as Fatih Sultan Mehmet, stressed the importance of Turkish historical series gaining global attention. He expressed excitement about the international interest shown at MIPCOM and emphasized how the series contributes to promoting Turkish culture and history on a global stage.
“Mehmed: Sultan of the Conquests,” which aired its first episode in Turkey on February 27, continues to capture audiences worldwide with its epic portrayal of the rise of the Ottoman Empire. As MIPCOM continues, the series is expected to draw further attention from producers and buyers across the globe.
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