Onur Tuna Plans to Play His Own Kahraman in Karakuyu
The actor says he will blend his own nature with the character in Kanal D's new drama.
Onur Tuna has explained how he is preparing for the role of Kahraman in Karakuyu, a new Kanal D drama produced by OGM Pictures. In a statement reported by CNN Türk on 10 November 2026, the actor said he will blend his own personality with the character. CNN Türk adds that the channel’s promos have set viewing records, and that the series will reach viewers “very soon.”
Kanal D has not announced a premiere date in the material we reviewed. Until it does, any specific start day remains unconfirmed.
How Onur Tuna approaches Kahraman
Tuna sees strong similarities between himself and Kahraman. He said he will take the character partly from his own nature and partly move closer to him. In his words, he will play “his own Kahraman.”
The actor also said he empathizes with the role. He described a strong sense of justice that, in his view, many people share. If something bad happened to people he loves, he said, he could become aggressive.
These are the actor’s own comments on his approach. They do not describe events in the story itself.
What we know about the Karakuyu series
According to the DHA promo report, Nezaket Coşkun directs Karakuyu and Deniz Akçay wrote the script. Özge Törer plays Ferda, and Sermiyan Midyat plays Kadir Ağa, described as Ferda’s main opponent. Ağa is a traditional Turkish title for a powerful local figure, often a landowner.
The storyline, as presented by the promotion, follows Ferda. She built a new life elsewhere, then inherits land and returns to the place where she grew up. There she meets her family and the powerful people of Karakuyu. She also meets Kahraman, who becomes important to her, though their bond brings new conflicts.
Why Karakuyu draws attention before its premiere
Tuna leads a series that is already prominent in Kanal D’s promotion. A ready-made cast of well-known names and early trailers often shape how a new drama is received. Viewers should still wait for the first episodes before judging its quality or ratings.
For readers who follow historical and period dramas, Karakuyu is a contemporary family story. It sits apart from the epics on this portal, such as Kuruluş Osman. Check Kanal D’s official announcements for the confirmed start date.
Source: CNN Türk, DHA
Featured image: DHA | Demirören Haber Ajansı
