Turkish actress Hivda Zizan Alp has officially parted ways with the upcoming Turkish drama Sevdam Karadeniz before filming officially begins. The actress, who was originally cast as the character Fındık, attended the series’ script reading rehearsal but later left the project through a mutual agreement with the production team.
The unexpected casting change comes just days before cameras are scheduled to start rolling, making it one of the first major developments surrounding the highly anticipated Black Sea drama.
Hivda Zizan Alp Exits Sevdam Karadeniz
Produced by Mia Yapım under producer Banu Akdeniz, Sevdam Karadeniz recently held its script reading at Maslak Kulis with the main cast.
Although Hivda Zizan Alp participated in the rehearsal and was preparing to portray Fındık, reports confirm that both the actress and the producers decided to end their collaboration by mutual agreement. No official reason has been announced regarding the departure.
With filming scheduled to begin shortly, the production is now expected to cast a new actress for the role.
Filming Begins This July
The production team plans to start filming Sevdam Karadeniz on July 18. The series is one of the biggest Turkish television projects set in the Black Sea region this season and has already attracted attention for its powerful story and impressive cast.
The drama promises breathtaking coastal locations, emotional family conflicts, and a classic Turkish love story spanning multiple generations.
What Is Sevdam Karadeniz About?
Written by Özge Korkmaz and Yeşim Gülay, and directed by Aytaç Çiçek, Sevdam Karadeniz tells the emotional story of two influential Black Sea families:
- The Alazlı Family
- The Yeniceli Family
At the center of the story is an old love that never truly ended.
Years ago, Hafise and Durali fell deeply in love, but their relationship led to a bitter family feud that lasted for generations. As the conflict continues, fate brings together their grandchildren, Kuzey and Zeyşan, who are forced into a marriage despite the hatred between their families.
The series explores themes of love, revenge, family loyalty, sacrifice, and reconciliation against the stunning backdrop of Turkey’s Black Sea coast.
Main Cast of Sevdam Karadeniz
The upcoming drama features an exciting cast of Turkish actors, including:
- Ayşegül Günay as Hafise
- Şerif Erol as Durali
- Erdem Adilce as Kuzey
- Damlasu İkizoğlu as Zeyşan
Hivda Zizan Alp was initially cast as Fındık, but the role will now be recast before filming begins.
Who Is Hivda Zizan Alp?
Hivda Zizan Alp is a well-known Turkish actress recognized for her performances in several successful television dramas and films. She has built a reputation for portraying emotionally complex characters and continues to be one of Turkey’s respected performers.
Although her journey with Sevdam Karadeniz has ended before production, fans are eagerly waiting to see which project she joins next.
Why Did Hivda Zizan Alp Leave the Series?
Neither the actress nor the production company has released an official explanation for her departure.
The announcement simply states that both sides agreed to separate amicably. Such casting changes are not uncommon in Turkish television, especially during the pre-production stage.
