ALBAWABA - Kerem Bürsin, Sıla Türkoğlu could share the screen.
Casting continues for "Grand Maison Istanbul," the Turkish adaptation of the acclaimed Japanese drama "Grand Maison Tokyo," and one of the biggest names now linked to the project is actress Sıla Türkoğlu. According to Turkish entertainment reports, Türkoğlu has been offered the female lead role opposite Kerem Bürsin in the upcoming Prime Video original series produced by Dass Yapım.
The eight-episode production is among Prime Video Türkiye's most anticipated upcoming originals and marks another major investment by the platform in locally produced drama. The series adapts the internationally successful Japanese television hit "Grand Maison Tokyo," which first aired in 2019 and starred Takuya Kimura as a celebrated chef rebuilding his career after a professional scandal.
In the Turkish adaptation, Kerem Bürsin has already been confirmed as the lead actor. He will portray Ateş Leventoğlu, a talented and charismatic chef whose passion for gastronomy and pursuit of excellence drive the story. The role represents another high-profile streaming project for Bürsin following several successful television and film productions.
According to entertainment journalist Birsen Altuntaş, Sıla Türkoğlu has received an offer to play Defne, the series' female lead and a gifted chef whose journey becomes closely intertwined with Ateş's. While negotiations are reportedly ongoing, no official casting confirmation has yet been announced by the production company or Prime Video.
If finalized, the project would mark a new milestone in Türkoğlu's career, which has continued to grow following her leading role in the hit drama "Kızılcık Şerbeti." The actress has become one of the most sought-after names among Turkey's younger generation of television stars thanks to her performances and growing international fan base.
The collaboration would also reunite Türkoğlu with Dass Yapım owner Selen Sevigen. The actress previously worked with the company on "Doktor Başka Hayatta," making the reported offer a continuation of an existing professional relationship.
The series is scheduled to be filmed in Urla, one of Türkiye's most renowned gastronomic destinations. Located on the Aegean coast near İzmir, Urla is famous for its vineyards, olive groves, boutique restaurants, and award-winning chefs. Turkish media report that the production team selected the location to complement the culinary focus of the story and provide an authentic backdrop for the world of fine dining.
While preparations continue, one key position remains unfilled. The production has not yet officially announced its director, with negotiations reportedly still underway before cameras begin rolling.
The original "Grand Maison Tokyo" earned widespread praise in Japan for combining emotional storytelling with the competitive world of haute cuisine. The Turkish adaptation is expected to preserve the central themes of ambition, redemption, teamwork, and culinary excellence while introducing new characters and storylines tailored for local audiences.
For Kerem Bürsin, the project follows recent reports that his volleyball-themed feature film "Outside the Line," co-starring Alina Boz, has been postponed, allowing him to focus on "Grand Maison Istanbul." Meanwhile, Sıla Türkoğlu continues to attract attention as one of Turkish television's rising stars, making the potential pairing one of the most anticipated castings of the upcoming streaming season.
Although Prime Video and Dass Yapım have yet to officially confirm Türkoğlu's participation, the reported casting has already generated considerable excitement among fans eager to see Kerem Bürsin and Sıla Türkoğlu share the screen for the first time. If an agreement is reached, "Grand Maison Istanbul" is expected to become one of the standout Turkish streaming productions of the coming year.
