Controversy in Mardin Over Coca-Cola Placement in Uzak Şehir | Daleki Grad
A scene featuring Coca-Cola in the popular Turkish drama Uzak Şehir | Daleki Grad has sparked public outcry in the cities of Mardin and Midyat, where parts of the series are filmed.
Local Organization Reacts Strongly
A civil society organization from the region has publicly called on the producers to remove the controversial scene, claiming that the global brand is promoted in a way that does not reflect the cultural and traditional values of the area.
“This kind of advertising harms the authenticity and identity of our community,” the organization stated.
“We ask for a public apology from the production team. If our request is ignored, we may consider ending the cooperation and halting the filming in our city.”
Producers Yet to Respond
So far, the producers of Uzak Şehir have not released an official statement, but sources close to the production team say the matter is being taken seriously.
The incident has opened a wider discussion on the influence of corporate marketing in TV series and how such content may affect local cultures and traditions.
