The world of Turkish historical dramas is about to get another major production. Renowned producer Mehmet Bozdağ, the creative force behind globally successful series like Diriliş: Ertuğrul and Kuruluş: Osman, is preparing a brand-new historical project. The upcoming series is titled Aşk ve Taht (Love and Throne), and early details suggest it could become one of the most ambitious Turkish television productions in the coming years. Set during the powerful era of the Anatolian Seljuk Empire, the series promises political intrigue, palace conspiracies, romance, and the dramatic fall of an empire.
What Is Aşk ve Taht About?
Aşk ve Taht focuses on the reign of Alaaddin Keykubat I, one of the most influential rulers of the Seljuk period.
Viewers of Diriliş: Ertuğrul may remember seeing Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat briefly. However, this new series will explore his life and reign in much greater depth.
Rather than focusing only on battles and conquests, the story will highlight the complex political and personal conflicts within the royal palace.
Key Themes of the Story
The drama is expected to revolve around:
- Power struggles within the Seljuk court
- Secret alliances and betrayals
- Political marriages and palace conspiracies
- The emotional and personal conflicts of rulers
- The gradual weakening of a powerful empire
In other words, the series aims to combine historical storytelling with intense character drama.
The Dangerous Relationship at the Heart of the Story
One of the central plotlines revolves around a politically motivated marriage.
Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat is forced into marriage with a Christian princess known as Gürcü Hatun.
While she enters the palace appearing loyal and supportive, her true intentions are far more complex.
According to early reports about the storyline:
- Gürcü Hatun secretly seeks revenge
- She becomes involved in palace intrigues
- Internal conflicts begin to weaken the royal family
- These internal divisions eventually contribute to the Seljuk Empire’s downfall
The narrative suggests that the collapse of the empire was not only caused by external enemies, but also by internal betrayals and political manipulation.
The Creative Team Behind the Series
A project of this scale requires a strong creative team, and Aşk ve Taht appears to have exactly that.
Writers
The script is reportedly being developed by an experienced group of writers:
- Serdar Özönalan
- Hasan Erimez
- Özlem Atasoy
- Melek Yalçın
These writers have previously worked on major Turkish historical productions, including:
- Mehmed: Fetihler Sultanı
- Uyanış: Büyük Selçuklu
Their experience with historical storytelling suggests the series will aim for both historical depth and dramatic impact.
Possible Directors: The Taylan Brothers
Another exciting development is the possibility that the series could be directed by the famous Taylan Brothers, Durul Taylan and Yağmur Taylan.
The Taylan Brothers are widely known for directing the legendary Turkish series Muhteşem Yüzyıl (Magnificent Century).
That show became a global success, broadcast in more than 40 countries and widely praised for its production quality.
If the Taylan Brothers officially join the project, Aşk ve Taht could become one of the most important Turkish television productions of the decade.
Which Channel Will Broadcast the Series?
Unlike some of Bozdağ’s previous historical dramas, Aşk ve Taht is expected to air on ATV, rather than TRT.
This makes the project one of the channel’s largest upcoming historical productions.
Casting Updates: What We Know So Far
At the moment, the casting for Aşk ve Taht has not been officially announced.
However, industry insiders report that discussions are already underway with several well-known Turkish actors.
Fans of historical dramas are eagerly waiting for:
- The lead actor playing Sultan Alaaddin Keykubat
- The actress portraying Gürcü Hatun
- Additional palace characters and political rivals
Casting announcements are expected in the coming months.
Expected Release Date
According to early reports from Turkish media sources, Aşk ve Taht is being prepared for the 2026–2027 television season.
Production preparations have already begun, and the project is reportedly being treated as one of ATV’s major upcoming series.
Why Aşk ve Taht Could Become a Major Hit
Several factors suggest that this series could become a major success:
- A powerful historical setting
- A complex political storyline
- A top-level writing team
- Possible involvement of the Taylan Brothers
- The creative leadership of Mehmet Bozdağ
Together, these elements could create a series that combines historical authenticity with gripping drama, something Turkish audiences around the world have come to love.
