ALBAWABA - The most talked-about Turkish series, "Yeraltı," prepares for an emotional finale filled with shocking twists and farewells.
The countdown has officially begun for one of Turkish television’s most talked-about dramas. NOW TV’s hit series "Yeraltı" will air its season finale on May 20 with its highly anticipated 16th episode. The Medyapım production has become one of the breakout Turkish dramas of 2026 thanks to its dark atmosphere, intense storytelling, and powerful cast performances.
The series, written by Berna Aruz and directed by Murat Öztürk, quickly built a loyal audience after premiering earlier this year. Turkish media frequently described the drama as one of the season’s most successful and socially discussed productions. The story mixes crime, romance, revenge, and underground power struggles, creating a gritty world that keeps viewers hooked every week.
"Yeraltı" follows Haydar Ali Aslan, played by Deniz Can Aktaş, a man whose life changes forever after his family is murdered. After taking revenge and spending years in prison, he returns to freedom only to discover that the woman he never stopped loving is now married to someone close to him. The emotional conflict becomes even more dangerous as he gets pulled deeper into Türkiye’s underground criminal world.
One of the biggest reasons behind the show’s popularity has been the chemistry between its three main stars. Deniz Can Aktaş leads the drama as Haydar Ali Aslan, while Devrim Özkan plays Halide Ceylan, the woman caught between love, loyalty, and family pressure. Uraz Kaygılaroğlu stars as Bozkurt Hanoğlu, one of the series’ most dangerous and unpredictable figures. Turkish viewers have especially praised the emotional tension between the three leads throughout the season.
The cast also includes Sümeyye Aydoğan, Burak Sevinç, Mehmet Yılmaz Ak, Ekin Mert Daymaz, Ülkü Hilal Çiftçi, Emir Benderlioğlu, and Hülya Gülşen. The series has drawn attention for its cinematic action scenes, dark visuals, and emotionally heavy storytelling. Many Turkish entertainment pages compared its atmosphere to classic mafia and underground dramas.
However, the season finale will not only bring major story twists. It will also mark an important farewell. Veteran actor Cemal Hünal, who joined the series as guest character Kartal, is officially leaving the production. According to Turkish media reports, Kartal’s exit will happen in a shocking way during the final episode. His departure has already created major discussion online, with fans wondering how the character’s story will end.
Cemal Hünal remains one of the best-known faces in Turkish cinema and television. The actor became widely famous after starring in the iconic romantic film “Issız Adam.” Over the years, he also appeared in projects such as “Ulak,” “Diriliş Ertuğrul,” and “Hudutsuz Sevda.” His appearance in "Yeraltı" brought additional excitement to the series this season.
Turkish media reports suggest the final episode will feature major confrontations, emotional revelations, and game-changing decisions that could completely reshape the story before the next season. Fans are already counting down to May 20 as anticipation continues growing across social media platforms.
