# Turkish entertainment and celebrity updates

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> Updated: 2026-10-18T04:01:29.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Updates in the Turkish entertainment industry involve new production announcements and news regarding the physical health and transformations of various actors.

Recent reports highlight the physical changes of veteran actor Güven Hokna, who has notably lost weight, and İpek Erdem, who has changed her appearance in preparation for the series ‘Hamal’. 

Further developments include the upcoming Prime Video series ‘Eşref Tek’, starring Çağatay Ulusoy, which is scheduled to begin filming in Istanbul on November 1, 2026. Additionally, actress Gupse Özay has disclosed that significant weight gain required for her film roles led to thyroid and blood sugar complications.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: Turkish entertainment: New series updates and celebrity health news

Updates in Turkish media include Çağatay Ulusoy’s upcoming Prime Video series ‘Eşref Tek’, Sunday TV schedules, and actress Gupse Özay discussing health issues caused by role-related weight gain.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-media-and-gen-birikim-magazine-report-on-domestic-issues-and-gaza

### 2026-10-03: Turkish television actors draw attention following physical changes

Turkish actors Güven Hokna and İpek Erdem are making headlines following physical transformations and career developments, including Erdem's return to television in the series ‘Hamal’.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-television-actors-draw-attention-following-physical-changes

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