Alper Cankaya Opens Up About His Relationship With His Co-Star in “Uzak Sehir”
The series Uzak Sehir (The Distant City) continues to attract the attention of viewers, not only with its story but also with its cast. Among those frequently discussed are Alper Cankaya and Sahra Sas, who portray one of the notable couples in the show.
Turkish actor Alper Cankaya, who plays Şahin in the series, recently responded to questions about the rumored off-screen romance with his co-star Sahra Sas.

“We Have a Wonderful Working Friendship”
Addressing the speculation, Cankaya stated:
“There is no such thing. Let me say this once again — we have built truly great chemistry. We both understand how valuable that is, and we treat each other with great respect.”
He further emphasized that both he and Sahra Sas are professionals who clearly separate fiction from reality:
“We are both experienced enough to distinguish the story from real life. What we have is a wonderful working friendship.”
Rumors Dispelled
The actor’s statement comes after media outlets speculated about a possible romantic connection between the two. Cankaya firmly denied the claims, making it clear that:
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They share strong on-screen chemistry
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They maintain professional boundaries
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Their connection is based purely on mutual respect and teamwork
This clarification has generated further interest among fans, who continue to follow the evolving dynamics between their characters in the series.