The Turkish drama Standing Together (Ne Gemiler Yaktım) tells the emotional story of two mothers from completely different backgrounds whose lives become connected through a series of unexpected events. While trying to protect their children and survive difficult circumstances, they become involved in a dangerous crime that changes their lives forever.
TV Series Details
| Attribute | Details |
| Original Title | Ne Gemiler Yaktım |
| English Title | Standing Together |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Broadcast Network | Show TV |
| Broadcast Period | December 4, 2023 – January 28, 2024 |
| Production Company | Ay Yapım |
| Director | Altan Dönmez |
| Screenwriter | Banu Kiremitçi Bozkurt |
| Filming Location | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Country | Turkey |
| Language | Turkish |
Synopsis
Standing Together (Ne Gemiler Yaktım) follows the story of Yasemin, a single mother, and Fidan, a woman escaping an abusive marriage. After a chance encounter brings them together, they form a strong friendship and support each other through difficult times. As they struggle to protect their children, they become involved in a dangerous crime that connects their fates. Facing threats, secrets, and a police investigation, the two women must rely on their courage and friendship to survive.
Main Cast
| Actor | Character |
| Deniz Baysal | Yasemin Durulmaz |
| Devrim Özkan | Fidan Hersekli |
| Berk Hakman | Rutkay Sezai Hersekli |
| Erkan Kolçak Köstendil | Toprak |
| Mert Denizmen | Sinan |
| Macit Koper | Tevfik |
| Çiğdem Selışık Onat | Neriman Hersekli |
Additional Cast
| Actor | Character |
| Yusuf Akgün | Halil |
| Onuryay Evrentan | Zehra |
| Nazmi Kırık | İhsan / Müdür |
| Ata Çağan Timur | Semih |
| Süreyya Kilimci | Perihan |
| Züleyha Yıldız | Rengin |
| Melisa Duru Ünal | Zeynep |
| Cemil Büyükdöğerli | Engin |
| Ece Gürer | Cemre |
| Onur Dikmen | Bülent |
| Hayati Akbaş | Hasan |
| Eylem Tanrıver | Ayten Teyze |
| Atilla Karaman | Ömer |
| Berfin Sezen | Eylem |
| İhsan Önal | Erkut Bozak |
Characters Details
Yasemin Durulmaz
Portrayed By: Deniz Baysal
Yasemin is a hardworking single mother whose husband died before the birth of their daughter. Despite financial difficulties, she does everything possible to provide a better life for her child. She is intelligent, practical, and determined, never giving up even during the most challenging moments. Her life changes dramatically when she meets Fidan.
Fidan Hersekli
Portrayed By: Devrim Özkan
Fidan is a young woman who escapes from her abusive husband, Rutkay, in search of safety for herself and her daughter. Because of the trauma she has experienced, she struggles to trust people and often appears anxious and reserved. Her greatest priority is protecting her child and building a peaceful life away from danger.
Rutkay Sezai Hersekli
Portrayed By: Berk Hakman
Rutkay is Fidan’s wealthy and dangerous husband. He is controlling, manipulative, and involved in illegal activities. Used to getting everything he wants, he becomes aggressive when things do not go his way. After Fidan leaves him, he becomes determined to bring her back at any cost.
Toprak
Portrayed By: Erkan Kolçak Köstendil
Toprak is a successful chief inspector investigating Rutkay’s criminal activities. Known for his intelligence, determination, and strong sense of justice, he relentlessly pursues the truth. His investigation eventually draws Yasemin and Fidan into a dangerous situation.
Tevfik
Portrayed By: Macit Koper
Tevfik is Yasemin’s father and a respected chef who owns a restaurant. He disapproved of Yasemin’s marriage, which caused a long-lasting conflict between them. Despite their strained relationship, he remains an important figure in her life.
Neriman Hersekli
Portrayed By: Çiğdem Selışık Onat
Neriman is Rutkay’s mother and Fidan’s mother-in-law. She is protective of her son and often supports him regardless of his actions. She never fully accepts Fidan and contributes to the difficulties Fidan faces within the family.
Sinan
Portrayed By: Mert Denizmen
Sinan works as the head waiter at Tevfik’s restaurant and is one of Tevfik’s trusted friends. He plays a supportive role in the lives of the main characters and becomes involved in the events surrounding Yasemin and Fidan.
Halil
Portrayed By: Yusuf Akgün
Halil is Toprak’s cousin who becomes involved in illegal activities. He works for Rutkay and helps search for Fidan after her escape. His actions make him a significant threat to the protagonists.
Rengin
Portrayed By: Züleyha Yıldız
Rengin is Yasemin’s beloved daughter. She is at the center of many emotional moments in the story and plays an important role in bringing Yasemin and Fidan together.
Zeynep
Portrayed By: Melisa Duru Ünal
Zeynep is Fidan’s daughter. Fidan’s desire to protect Zeynep from her abusive father motivates many of her decisions throughout the series.
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Standing Together (Ne Gemiler Yaktım) is an emotional Turkish drama that focuses on friendship, motherhood, survival, and resilience. Through the stories of Yasemin and Fidan, the series explores how two women from different worlds unite to protect their children while facing crime, danger, and personal struggles together.