Arafta Cast: Full List of Actors in Kanal 7’s New Season Drama
Kanal 7’s upcoming drama Arafta has finalized its cast. The project, which initially started as a digital YouTube series, later signed with Kanal 7 and is now preparing for its television premiere. The series is directed by Oğuzhan Demirci and Erdal Sarı, and tells the story of Ateş and Mercan — two young people who feel disconnected from the world for reasons rooted in their identities and pasts.
Below is the complete list of confirmed cast members:
İlsu Demirci (as Mercan)
İlsu Demirci plays the female lead Mercan. Born in 2005, she is currently 20 years old and continues her university studies in Latin Language and Literature at Akdeniz University. After a career in modeling, she transitioned into acting and made her debut in Kan Çiçekleri. With Arafta, she steps into a leading role.
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Emin Günenç (as Ateş)
Emin Günenç, the male lead, was born on July 23, 1994 in Istanbul. Known to many from Survivor 2021, the actor has a 10-year background in football before starting his acting career in 2021. He has previously appeared in Üvey Anne, Kusursuz Kiracı, Masumlar Apartmanı, and Kırmızı Oda. In Arafta, he portrays Ateş — a complex character caught between trauma and redemption.
İlay Karataş (as Demet Keseroğlu)
Born in 1997, İlay Karataş plays Demet Keseroğlu. She is 28 years old, 160 cm tall and 51 kg. She completed her degree at Bahçeşehir University and later received acting training from Sueda Çil. She is one of the rising talents of the new generation.
Kaan Arkat (as Nezir Keseroğlu)
Kaan Arkat brings Nezir Keseroğlu to life. A graduate of the Müjdat Gezen Art Center, he has appeared previously in the series Aşk İki Hece. His role in Arafta is expected to attract attention.
Pervin Mert (as Müzeyyen Taner)
Born in 1972, Pervin Mert is one of the experienced names in the cast. She is 53 years old and trained at the Müjdat Gezen Art Center. The actress has starred in Esaret, Ayak İşleri, and Yasak Elma. In Arafta, she portrays Müzeyyen Taner.
Ezgi Dalgıç (as Aslı Taner)
Ezgi Dalgıç, previously known for Rüzgarlı Tepe, joins the cast as Aslı Taner. Born in 2001, she is 173 cm tall and 54 kg. She graduated from Çanakkale 18 Mart University and trained at the Müjdat Gezen Art Center.
The cast of Arafta will continue to be updated, and new names will be added as production progresses. Stay tuned for the latest, verified information.
