Actress Demet Özdemir has spoken openly about the reasons why Esref Ruya | Esref’s Dream captured the hearts of millions and became one of the most-watched Turkish TV series of the season.
According to Özdemir, the show’s success lies in its different approach to romance, especially at a time when modern television tends to rush emotional connections.
“Today, romantic relationships in TV series start and end very quickly. The fact that this story shows a love that begins in childhood — and later reveals that the girl is actually Ruya — reminds me of the impossible love stories from the past. That’s what resonates most with me, and clearly with the audience as well,” Demet Özdemir said.
She believes that nostalgia, emotional depth, and the idea of a love that survives time and fate are what make Esref Ruya stand out from contemporary productions.
By bringing viewers back to classic, slow-burning romance, the series revives a storytelling style that has become rare on modern television — and that emotional authenticity is exactly why audiences continue to connect with it so deeply.
