ALBAWABA - Turkish actress Cemre Baysel is once again making headlines.
The actress, who recently completed filming for the series Güller ve Günahlar (Roses and Sins) alongside Murat Yıldırım, has attracted attention with a surprising transformation that quickly became a hot topic on social media.
For years, Cemre Baysel has been known for her long hair and natural appearance. However, after returning from a summer vacation in Spain, she decided to make one of the boldest style changes of her career.
The actress recently traveled to Madrid, where she spent time exploring the city and sharing moments from her trip with her followers. According to Turkish media reports, she also attended a concert by global music star Bad Bunny during her stay.
Soon after returning to Türkiye, Cemre Baysel surprised fans by revealing an entirely different hairstyle. She opted for African braids, a look she had never publicly worn before.
Photos of her new appearance quickly spread across social media platforms.
The reaction was immediate.
Some fans praised the actress for trying something new and described the look as modern and refreshing. Others admitted they preferred her classic appearance and long natural hair.
The discussion became even more entertaining when some social media users jokingly compared Baysel's hairstyle to that of Turkish national football team player Eren Elmalı, who attracted attention with a similar style during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
As debate about her appearance continued online, Cemre Baysel addressed the change during an interview with Snob Magazine.
The actress revealed during the conversation that an upcoming medical procedure directly influenced her hairstyle.
When asked about the date of her surgery, she replied, "God willing, we will have the surgery tomorrow."
She also shared details about her recovery plans.
"I will rest for about 20 days after the surgery and then make my vacation plans," she said.
Baysel explained that her decision to get braids was largely practical.
"As I said, work has stopped for now. I wanted to make a change before the surgery. It is easier for me to take care of it this way, so I chose this hairstyle," she explained.
Asked about the public reaction to her new look, the actress smiled and noted that it had only just happened.
"I just did it, and you are filming me now. We will see what the reactions are," she said.
The interview also touched on the final episodes of Güller ve Günahlar, particularly emotional scenes that generated mixed reactions among viewers.
Responding to criticism surrounding some of the crying scenes, Baysel remained calm.
"Those who liked it liked it. Those who didn't comply, didn't comply. These things are normal," she said.
The actress also spoke about the recent death of Turkish actress Ece İrtem, whose passing shocked the entertainment industry.
Although Baysel said she had not worked directly with İrtem, she admitted that the news deeply affected her.
"I pray for her soul. The news deeply affected me. It is a very painful loss. May God grant us all health and a peaceful end," she said.
Before ending the interview, Cemre Baysel was asked about her Madrid trip. Keeping her answer simple, she described the vacation as "gorgeous."
With a new hairstyle, an upcoming surgery, and a successful television project behind her, Cemre Baysel continues to remain one of the most talked-about young stars in Turkish entertainment.
