Following a strong debut in Turkey, the series is now beginning its international journey.
Calinos Entertainment has unveiled its new series Ugly (Çirkin). Following a strong debut in Turkey, the series is now beginning its international journey.
Produced by 25 Film, Ugly (Çirkin) premiered on Star TV in Turkey on Sunday, March 29. The series has demonstrated a clear upward trajectory in the total category, with the first episode achieving a 4.70 rating, rising to a 5.14 rating in the second episode, and reaching 5.89 by the third episode, reflecting its growing popularity and strong viewer engagement. The first episode has also surpassed 4.8 million views on YouTube.
Directed by Burcu Alptekin and Merve Çolak, the series brings together Derya Pınar Ak and Çağlar Ertuğrul in the lead roles, alongside a strong cast including Başak Gümülcinelioğlu, Olgun Toker, Baran Bölükbaşı, Nur Sürer, and Çetin Tekindor.
Ugly (Çirkin) follows Meryem Tunalı, a young woman shaped by loss and hardship. What starts in a rough neighborhood gradually unfolds into a powerful story of transformation. After losing her family at a young age, Meryem grows up holding on to one constant feeling, her deep love for Kadir. Years later, when their paths cross again, their story becomes more than just a love story, evolving into a dramatic journey shaped by power, ambition, and long-buried secrets rising to the surface.
Aslı Serim, Head of Content at Calinos Entertainment, commented: “From the very first episode, Ugly stood out to us as a story with real emotional depth and strong global appeal. It combines a compelling narrative with a distinct cinematic quality. What makes it truly special is how it blends a deeply personal love story with a broader narrative about power, identity, and transformation. We’re very excited to introduce Ugly to international audiences and confident that it will connect with audiences across different cultures.”
With its compelling story and strong cast, Ugly (Çirkin) is set to captivate audiences around the world.
