Kurt Seyit and Sura (2014)

Kurt Seyit and Shura is a tempestuous saga of love, betrayal, and resilience set against the tumultuous backdrop of war and societal upheaval. The story unfolds as Kurt Seyit, a noble lieutenant of Crimean-Turkish descent serving in the Tsar's army, crosses paths with Shura, the ethereal daughter of a distinguished Russian family. Their world, rich with the magnificence of pre-war Russia, is upended as they are catapulted from the shimmering halls of St. Petersburg to the brutal front lines of the Carpathian war, and finally, to the vibrant, occupied streets of 1920's Istanbul. In the whirlwind of their journey, the pair grapples with the harsh realities of war, revolution, and the lingering shadows of what they've left behind. With every step they take from Alushta to Istanbul, their love story becomes a testament to their undying hope and tenacity. Yet, as Shura matures from a young, naive girl into a passionate woman capable of withstanding adversity, they face a new set of challenges. Kurt Seyit's old comrade and Shura's family associate, Petro, harbors a deep-seated resentment for Seyit, a secret that strains their friendship and threatens to shatter Seyit and Shura's blossoming love. In the face of Petro's machinations and the staunch traditions of Seyit's family - particularly the demand of his father, Mirza Mehmet Eminof, that Seyit must marry a Turkish girl - their bond is tested to its limits. Defeated not by war but by his own family, Seyit is torn between his respect for his father and his unyielding love for Shura. As Seyit's presence in Crimea endangers his family, he battles his inner demons and makes a perilous journey to Istanbul, seeking refuge and a fresh start amidst its teeming streets. Yet, even as they strive to build a new life in the heart of Istanbul, the ghosts of their past loom large, becoming stumbling blocks on their path to happiness. Navigating friendships, betrayals, and the uncertainty of their future, Kurt Seyit and Shura must discover if their love can weather the storm of their past and withstand the trials of their future. This riveting tale of love and survival is a testament to the strength of the human spirit amidst the chaos of a world in flux.

Kurt Seyit and Sura is a drama show featuring Çağlar Ertuğrul and created by Hakan İnan.

Kurt Seyit and Sura is currently streaming on FilmBox+.