Most talked-about series Eşref Rüya did not air: What happened during the process

As digital games and violent series have once again become the primary topic of daily debate following large-scale violent incidents across the country, the removal of one of the country's most-watched series from the broadcast schedule has drawn attention.

Eşref Rüya, one of the most-watched productions on Wednesday evenings, did not air despite being listed in the broadcast schedule. With the new episode not airing, viewers began searching for answers on social media to questions such as "did the series end?" and "was it removed from the air?"

According to information reflected in the corridors, the decision to remove the Eşref Rüya series from the broadcast schedule was influenced by recent social events in Turkey and the growing debate over "screen content." In particular, the public backlash against scenes containing violence led the channel management to re-evaluate.

Criticisms from experts and certain viewer groups that television series negatively affect young people have also come to the fore during this process.

Official Statement Expected

So far, no clear statement has been made by either the channel management or the production team. This situation has further increased uncertainty and led to various claims being made about the future of the series.

Industry representatives state that such situations can occur from time to time and that the final decision will be clarified with an official announcement.

EŞREF RÜYA BECAME THE MOST TALKED-ABOUT SERIES

According to MTM Media Monitoring Center's March 2026 data, emotional series are talked about more on social media, while action series are more prominent in traditional media. While "Taşacak Bu Deniz" took the top spot on social media, where emotional productions stood out throughout the month, the most talked-about series in traditional media, where action dominates, was Eşref Rüya.

While it is observed that police, action, and dramatic series generate more news value in traditional media, it is notable that the Eşref Rüya series occupies the first place on the list.

Here is that list:

Most Talked-About Series in the Media

1. Eşref Rüya – 3,727 content pieces

2. Uzak Şehir – 2,865 content pieces

3. Arka Sokaklar – 2,330 content pieces

4. Kızılcık Şerbeti – 2,247 content pieces

5. Çirkin – 2,189 content pieces

6. Taşacak Bu Deniz – 2,166 content pieces

7. Sevdiğim Sensin – 1,848 content pieces

8. Doktor: Başka Hayatta – 1,822 content pieces

9. Cennetin Çocukları – 1,701 content pieces

10. Veliaht – 1,494 content pieces

11. İnci Taneleri – 1,447 content pieces

12. Kuruluş Orhan – 1,425 content pieces

13. Güller ve Günahlar – 1,424 content pieces

14. A.B.İ. – 1,399 content pieces

15. Mehmed: Fetihler Sultanı – 1,088 content pieces