'Island Tale' (Ada Masalı) is a Turkish romantic comedy and drama television series produced by Ay Yapım. Starring Ayça Ayşin Turan and Alp Navruz in the lead roles, the show aired on Star TV and concluded with its 25th episode on December 11, 2021. The series is set on the enchanting Kırlangıç Island, portraying the intertwined lives of Haziran Sedefli and Poyraz Ali Özgür, two individuals with contrasting personalities who find love amid conflicts.
'Island Tale' centers around Haziran Sedefli (Ayça Ayşin Turan), a successful city-dwelling businesswoman, and Poyraz Ali Özgür (Alp Navruz), a handsome and charitable young man from the island. Their paths cross on Kırlangıç Island, and despite their differing personalities, they eventually fall in love amidst various disagreements and challenges. The show beautifully weaves their romantic journey, filled with heartwarming moments and captivating adventures on the island.
The captivating scenes of 'Island Tale' were shot in the picturesque Sığacık neighborhood of Seferihisar, a district in the city of Izmir.
The leading roles in 'Island Tale' are portrayed by the talented actors:
Ayça Ayşin Turan as Haziran Sedefli
Alp Navruz as Poyraz Ali Özgür
The ensemble cast also includes other notable performers who brought depth and authenticity to their respective characters.
The series was brought to life by a talented creative team. The writing team consisted of Yelda Eroğlu, Yeşim Çıtak, Emine Yıldırım, Dilek İyigün, Aksel Bonfil, and Ay Yapım Tasarım Ekibi. The direction was led by Ali Bilgin for the first two episodes, and Özgür Sevimli helmed the remaining episodes.
'Island Tale' received considerable acclaim and was nominated for several categories in the 47th Golden Butterfly Awards. Notably, Ayça Ayşin Turan won the Best Romantic Comedy Actress award for her outstanding performance.
'Island Tale' premiered its first season on June 15, 2021, and aired 25 episodes before concluding with its final episode on December 11, 2021.
The series provided an engaging and emotional viewing experience for the audience, making it a memorable addition to the romantic comedy and drama genre in Turkish television.
'Island Tale' (Ada Masalı) touched the hearts of viewers with its captivating storytelling, endearing characters, and beautiful backdrop of Kırlangıç Island. The tale of Haziran and Poyraz's love journey resonated with the audience, leaving a lasting impression. With the stellar performances of the lead actors and the skillful direction, the show successfully conveyed the essence of love, hope, and self-discovery. As the series reached its final episode, it left a bittersweet feeling among fans who had grown fond of the characters and their stories. 'Island Tale' will be remembered as a delightful and heartfelt drama that took viewers on a memorable journey to the enchanting world of love and dreams on the beautiful island.