ALBAWABA - Kerem Bürsin shines at GQ Middle East, creating viral moments.
This week, Kerem Bürsin went to the GQ Middle East Men of the Year 2025 dinner in Dubai, which was one of his most memorable nights abroad. The Turkish actor got a unique honor award, which was a big step forward in his career around the world. But Bürsin got a lot of attention for more than just the prize. He also got a lot of attention for how he interacted with some of the biggest personalities in the Arab world.
Bürsin walked the red carpet in a sleek black suit to start the night. He met reporters and posed for pictures. He gave a short speech in English within the venue after getting his medal. He talked about how growing up in different places affected him and why telling stories is essential to him. Many people online praised the emotional tone of his speech, calling it "humble and sincere."
Kerem mentioned that his sister's husband is Egyptian, and he expressed shame for not having visited Egypt yet when the reporter asked him, "Have you ever been to Egypt?"?"
His chat with Al Shami, a rising star in Middle Eastern music, was the night's most discussed moment. A picture of Bürsin next to Al Shami soon went viral on social media. Fans appreciated the picture and said how calm and amicable the encounter looked. Some entertainment pages even called the picture "a crossover we didn't know we needed."

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A humorous video of Lebanese influencer Karen Wazen went viral again. In the short video, Bürsin smiled and joked, "These look great on you," while complimenting Wazen's sunglasses. He even spoke a few words in Arabic, which stunned admirers and made the moment even more special. Many people shared the video again, and admirers from Turkey and the Arab world praised Bürsin's innate warmth.
Other famous people were at the event as well, like Haifa Wehbe, who wore a beautiful dress and said hello to other attendees. Bürsin and Wehbe's attendance at the same high-profile event made the night more thrilling, even though they never spoke directly.
The gala gathered together cultural icons, artists, actors, and influencers from all around the area. But Kerem Bürsin was still one of the most important people. His friendly demeanor, easygoing nature, and ability to connect with people from different cultures once again showed why he is so well-liked around the world.
Bürsin's time in Dubai was more than just an award show. It turned into a night full of viral moments, new friends, and a bigger presence in the Middle Eastern entertainment scene.
