The acclaimed actor and star of ATV’s Land of the Sun captivated Cannes, drawing international attention to the broadcaster’s new season title.
The leading star of TIMSBI Productions’ latest drama Land of the Sun, distributed by ATV Distribution, Burak Özçivit attracted considerable attention from international industry professionals, media representatives and fans, making his appearance one of the notable moments of the market.
As Mipcom brought together key players from the global television and media industry, Land of the Sun took its place in ATV’s international showcase. Özçivit also attended ATV’s New Season Launch event, held on the opening day of Mipcom, where the broadcaster presented its upcoming productions to international guests. His participation added further excitement to the international promotion of Land of the Sun, attracting attention both at the exhibition venue and throughout Cannes.
The actor received a warm welcome from fans and visitors across the city, with many eager to meet him and take photographs. His appearance in front of billboards featuring Land of the Sun further raised the series’ profile, adding to its visibility during the international television market.
Burak Özçivit Meets International Industry Professionals at the ATV Stand
At the ATV stand, Özçivit met with international buyers, industry professionals and members of the press, sharing insights into Land of the Sun, his character and the series’ international journey.
Among those interviews, Özçivit spoke exclusively with ttv about portraying Kenan Kozan, the appeal of impossible love and the emotional connection his stories share with Latin American audiences. The full interview is available here.
Özçivit and Burak Sağyaşar, Co-Founder and CEO of TIMSBI Productions and producer of Land of the Sun alongside Timur Savcı, were welcomed by Ali Türkarslan and ATV executives.
Özçivit: “Love Is the Universal Language of Turkish Dramas”
During his interviews at the ATV stand, Özçivit reflected on the international success of Turkish dramas and the universal emotions that enable their stories to resonate with audiences across cultures.
Emphasizing the collective effort behind every successful production, the actor also sent his regards to his co-stars, who were unable to join him in Cannes due to their demanding filming schedule.
Özçivit highlighted love as one of the most powerful themes connecting audiences around the world, noting that viewers from different cultures can relate to the emotions and experiences of the characters they watch. He emphasized that this emotional connection is one of the key factors behind the international success of Turkish dramas.
He also underlined the cultural impact of Turkish productions, explaining that they introduce Turkey’s culture, cities and tourism destinations to audiences worldwide. Speaking about Land of the Sun, Özçivit noted that the series brings this universal emotion to the forefront through his character, Kenan Kozan.
Produced by TIMSBI Productions, with Timur Savcı and Burak Sağyaşar as producers and a screenplay by Yıldız Tunç, Land of the Sun combines a compelling storyline, distinctive characters and a captivating atmosphere, attracting interest from international buyers.
Özçivit’s participation in ATV’s New Season Launch and his appearance at Mipcom 2026 added star power to the broadcaster’s international showcase, further raising the profile of Land of the Sun and highlighting the global appeal of Turkish drama.
