Benim İçin Üzülme (“Don’t Be Sad for Me”) aired on ATV in 2012, offering a heartfelt drama set in the scenic Black Sea region. Blending themes of forbidden love, tragedy, and family loyalty, the series paints a vivid picture of cultural tensions and emotional resilience in the face of heartbreak.
Buke, a young woman from a traditional Laz family, is in love with Niyazi, a Kurdish man—much to the disapproval of both their families. On the day they plan to elope, a tragic accident turns their love story into one of loss and irreversible consequences. As the characters struggle with grief, guilt, and loyalty, the series follows their attempts to rebuild their lives while navigating the heavy burden of their past.
Benim İçin Üzülme explores intercultural love, grief, tradition vs. modernity, and emotional healing. It highlights how love can challenge societal boundaries—and how individuals cope when that love is lost.