Would you like a drink? Wine?
No, no need.
Just whatever you have.
Let's have coffee.
-Sure. -Hold on.
Have a seat. I'll get it.
Okay…
I'm listening.
Were you afraid of me?
I mean, did you ever get scared that someone would take your place?
In that chair, under the spotlight,
no one is on your side,
every evening, every show.
Everyone full of shit.
No.
First, I've never said I had no one on my side,
that everyone was full of shit.
-It's a team. -Yeah, right.
All right.
I'm listening.
I agree, this job is hard.
It's true, you're all alone up there.
But you have Kenan speaking in your ear.
Yes. I have Kenan speaking in my ear.
Nunu in the control room.
There was also Müge.
So, like I said, it is a team.
It's not a war.
It may be a race or a competition.
Yeah.
But still…
Yes. Exactly.
You think, "I'll be fine. We'll be fine."
I, for one, was never afraid of you.
I had no suspicions.
If I were an outside observer, I still wouldn't suspect you.
Why is that?
-How come you didn't see it coming? -Arrogance, Aslı.
What do you call us? Gen X? Team Analog? Whatever.
Our arrogance paved the way for you. Do you understand?
Because we didn't take you seriously, you got there directly as the crow flies.
You think this was easy for me?
Of course it was. Just like that.
Because we thought no one would lie to us, or dare to do such things.
Especially a little girl. How could she?
We failed to see what's right under our noses.
I did it though.
I did dare to do it.
And see how you all dropped like flies.
Indeed.
Did you watch my show?
I did.
I still do.
What do you think?
You're asking the wrong person.
Don't worry about what I think.
Do you read the comments on social media?
They're comparing me to you.
Some like me better, and others are bashing me, of course.
-Do you ever read them? -No, I don't.
What do you mean, "I don't"?
Aren't you curious about what viewers think?
I am.
But not about what they write.
People don't always say what they really feel or think, Aslı.
They say whatever they feel like saying. Social media is no different.
People there say whatever they want to say.
Not what they really think or feel.
So we shouldn't check social media?
No, you can. You're free to do so.
But know what to keep and what to discard.
And don't if it messes with your head.
It's up to you.
Shall we have wine?
Okay.
You know where it is.
What the…
Gül is gone. They kicked her out.
-Yes, I heard. -You said the Güls were invincible.
They are. Gül will be okay. Gül is a good executive.
She protects the interests of the corporation.
Besides, little bird,
losing a set doesn't mean you've lost the game.
Ah, yes. Sorry. I forgot Gül is a college elite, right?
She studied in the States and all. You two walked the same path.
Yes, Aslı.
We are the privileged kids. Okay?
This may have helped us get a head start in life, yes.
You're right.
But along the way, things change.
We all become equals. Only our talent can set us apart.
You think I lack the talent?
Look at me.
I have what it takes.
Let's say I'm not a fan of your work.
Is that so?
But Lale, dear,
my ratings speak for themselves.
I'm beating you.
Even if you're not a fan of my work.
You thought I'd enter through one door and get the fuck out the other.
Why are you here, Aslı?
I was worried about you.
I'm fine, honey.
Thank you.
I'm doing great, actually.
After all, you were my mentor, my teacher.
I should visit you on holidays so you don't feel forgotten.
People will tell their kids when they see you at the supermarket.
"You may not remember her, but she was someone once."
Bless you.
You're really kind. Thank you.
Lale…
You should consider getting your eyelids done.
They make you look tired.
You're right.
I've been thinking about it too.
It feels uncomfortable when I put on my reading glasses.
And you've lost weight.
You know what they say,
elderly women are either cows or goats.
I guess that makes me a goat. Cool.
A goat is fine. Why not?
Okay, let me ask you this.
Don't you ever miss your glory days?
I miss my job, yes.
That's why I came back.
And your plan is to take me down.
I have no such plans.
I mean, honestly,
I don't really care.
How did you buy this house?
You got a mortgage? Was it hard?
Or you didn't even know where to shove all your money anymore?
Take this, for instance.
Did you hop from shop to shop and pick this out yourself,
or did the decorator put it here?
Your old friends?
Are you in touch with those who aren't rich and successful?
Or are you sick of their envy, so you stay away from them?
Everyone wants something, huh?
That sucks.
I really hate that.
You had to change your circle. What else could you do?
It's understandable.
But what do you think of when you go to bed at night?
I mean, what did you used to think?
-Stuff like, "Yes! I fucking killed it"? -Are you done?
No.
But please go ahead.
Okay.
Let's begin with the house.
When Selim and I decided to buy a house,
there was a war going on in the world,
and I was constantly traveling abroad, unfortunately.
So Selim and the girls picked this house
and everything you see here.
I came here to this house after, feeling like a guest.
It took me a long time to get used to it.
As for my friends,
yes, I had to cut some of them out of my life,
because they were making harsh comments about my career and my motherhood.
I wasn't angry, but I was hurt.
I am human, I have feelings.
So some of them had to go.
We still meet up with others, our differences aside,
and have an amazing time.
And at night,
I watch videos that Selim sends me, Aslı, dear.
That's my routine.
Selim records for me moments with the girls that I've missed
and sends me those.
Their games and performances.
I love watching them.
Satisfied?
And when exactly did you hear that snap?
Hear what snap?
When did you hear that snap
and say, "Okay, this is it"?
"No going back now."
"I'm rich enough. No one can take all this away from me."
"I can drink this expensive wine whenever I want now."
At which point?
There's no such point. And no such snap.
Aslı, bad news, dear.
This wine is mine today. And, yes, I'm drinking it.
Tomorrow I may not have it.
I used to have high ratings, and today I don't.
Success is mine, and so is failure, Aslı.
That's what life is.
You can't just pick out the seeds.
You have to live it all.
Look at me.
Why are you here?
But please, be honest with me.
Just tell me.
Why?
I'm scared.
You should be.
That's all right.
I can't stand it!
It's filthy. It's awful.
Yes, I know, I shouldn't mind filth.
I'll say it before you do.
I'm the filthiest. I'm an abomination, right?
Friendship, ethics… I don't care about any of that shit.
But still…
You're miserable.
I thought I'd be happy once I won.
Who told you that lie?
Are you happy?
Were you happy at the top?
I didn't think about it.
Nothing makes you happy, huh?
Selim, the girls, this house,
the ratings, the awards.
Nothing.
We've been poisoned by success, fame, and glory.
We've been cursed.
Nothing can make us happy now.
Speak for yourself.
Okay?
I have a family.
I have my babies, my kids.
I have a life with real meaning.
Don't lie to me!
Just for once, don't lie to me!
You're talking to Aslı Tuna, so pay me the respect of the truth.
I don't respect you, Aslı Tuna.
-You do! -I don't!
-You do! -I don't.
You do!
Look, you're having wine with me early in the day
while your husband waits outside. Why?
Because I yanked you off that chair and threw you away.
That wasn't you.
That was Müge.
-Müge, huh? -Yes, Müge!
So that was also your doing.
Because no one else could hurt you but each other!
You've been watching me. Obviously.
All of Türkiye is watching me.
People can't take their eyes off me.
Everyone stares at a car crash too, love.
-Fuck you! -What do you want from me?
What do you want from me, Aslı?
I've had enough!
This, Lale. I want this.
Look, there is no one like the two of us in this world.
Only we can understand each other.
I want this. To talk.
You and I can never be in the same league, or on the same ground, Aslı.
We are the exact opposites.
Good. That's also something.
What is this? Have you got no pride? Huh?
No self-esteem?
Build some character!
Why are you constantly competing with me?
And you?
You constantly lie to yourself and act like an ethics expert.
Admit it, you want to be me.
You want to follow your heart just like me, but you can't. Why?
Because you need to be a good person.
Friends, principles, family… These are important to you, huh?
But you're burning inside, Lale.
Admit it.
-You're jealous of me. -Wow!
-Of you? -Yes, of me.
Fuck you.
Maybe not of my success or the awards I get,
but of the way I accept myself.
Because you're too righteous.
Oh, yeah…
Lale, you used to be a rock 'n' roll lady.
And now, you're just playing house.
This "happy family" act…
It's sad.
Yeah, now get out of my house. Go.
Move. Get out of my house. I have things to do. Hurry.
Let go.
I don't know what it's like to be a mother,
but I can see what's going on with the rest.
Your life consists of only two things,
the ratings…
and Kenan.
But you can't admit this even to yourself.
No one can understand you except me, Lale.
Fine.
Since we're being honest,
I'd like to tell you a couple of things.
People need to love.
Listen.
I'm not talking about being loved.
But we need to love something.
Being a human, having a heart
is not a weakness.
We need to have a connection to something.
Being this lonely is no good.
Understand?
I feel things, I'm living my life, I'm alive.
And that was a piece of advice from a veteran.
Keep it in mind, okay?
Now get out of my house.
Is everything okay?
Yes.
Let the vacation begin.
Let's go.
AS THE CROW FLIES
HELLO SISTERS… LALE'S RATINGS ARE STILL LOW
IT'S HECTIC IN HERE
SHE DITCHED THE SPONSORS. HER SHOW IS MORE SOPHISTICATED NOW
SEEMS LIKE SHE'LL SOON REGAIN HER GLORY
I'LL KEEP UPDATING YOU WITH INSIDER INFORMATION. DON'T WORRY
DUDU - HERE TO SHARE ALL THE LATEST GOSSIP WITH YOU
WELCOME, DUDU! LALE KIRAN IS BACK!
I HAVE SOME CONFIDENTIAL INFO ON LALE, DON'T ASK ME WHO I AM
I'LL TELL YOU HOW LALE GOT HERE BY STEPPING ON OTHERS
LALE HAS NEVER HESITATED TO STEP ON PEOPLE AROUND HER
SHE AND MR. KENAN WERE LOVERS
SHE NEGLECTS HER KIDS. IT'S ALL JUST FOR A GOOD PHOTO
It's Müge.
Müge Türkmen?
Don't tell Lale about this.
Yeah, but…
Lale can't cope with this. She'd get hurt.
Wouldn't it be better if we told her?
Yusuf, drop it.
I don't want her to know, the end.
So this is what you actually do.
You protect Ms. Lale from the storms, the world itself, the dangerous vermin.
It's really bizarre. Like a gardener and his flower.
Whatever, Yusuf.
We're having a party on Saturday, so I need your guest list, ASAP.
-Am I invited? -Of course. And you have connections.
Call the people you know.
So I… I should send you my guest list.
Because I'm invited. Right?
Stop it, or I'll punch you,
and we'll have a hard time explaining that to Lale. Now go.
All right. Have a nice day.
Hello, Kenan.
-Who is this? -It's Güliz.
Don't ask, "Which one?"
I won't buy that. I need to see you. Alone.
I have a proposal for you. Curious to find out about it?
I can see who the real miracle worker is.
How can you?
Tell me.
Speaking from experience?
Oh, that's cute. Are you going to make this about age?
I'm all ears, Güliz.
Tell me.
Come with me.
With you?
To my network.
What? I mean it.
Yeah, I know that you've been in this industry for years.
This is your turf and all.
But I'm in charge now.
And Sulhi has my back.
So you're in the catbird seat.
So much for fairness, huh? Look at that.
I got here despite my age, and you are you.
Whatever.
That's my proposal.
I'm offering you complete control.
Just say yes.
Let's start a new show.
Create a new star.
Because I know you're the one. You're the real deal. It's all you.
Fine. Take your time.
I'm aware of how you people like to think things through.
Then, you can let me know about your terms and all.
-Two! -Yeah, trying to find my way home…
-If you're recording this, don't post it. -Stop it, man!
People need to love.
I'm not talking about being loved. But we need to love something.
Being a human, having a heart is not a weakness.
We were such nice kids.
Weren't we?
Anything is possible at that age.
And full of surprises.
You're always like, "What's next?"
"What's next?"
-You mean being worried all the time? -No, on the contrary.
Being excited.
Possibilities were endless.
You, for example.
Do you ever get excited about anything?
I mean, when was the last time you got excited about something?
I know you've been having a hard time,
but this is different.
Tell you what…
Let's have sex on the beach.
On the beach?
Mm-hmm.
Like we used to do.
That wasn't me.
I'm not well, Selim.
My mind has turned against my heart.
Come on, let's get you to bed.
-Yes. -Come.
Yes, let's get me to bed.
To bed.
Come here.
I want to love you so much.
Excuse me?
You're my husband.
You are Selim.
You are perfect.
And you wish you could love me.
-Yes? -What's up, love?
I couldn't sleep. I'm on edge.
What's up?
This weekend, a party at your place.
Oh, no.
Lale is throwing her annual party this weekend.
She probably invited everyone.
And all invitees will probably attend it…
unless they have something more important to do.
How about Ms. Zerrin? She's in town.
You are so smart. That's true.
I bet Kenan already invited her.
-She should come to ours instead. -Of course she will, Müge.
She doesn't need a dose of nostalgia.
Okay, I'll handle that.
I'll call her myself.
Honey, but it's not that easy to get a hold of Ms. Zerrin.
It's quite hard. Güliz should invite her.
Their families are close.
If I call her, she'll come, Müge.
Okay. You're right.
You handle that. I'll take care of the rest. Great.
So, party at your place, this weekend.
Okay. Great.
Yes. I'll note it down.
Ms. Zerrin, hi.
We've missed you.
Yes, Lale and I were talking about you. We'd be happy to have you there.
It'd be an honor.
All right. See you. Bye.
-Morning. -Good morning.
Morning. Have a good one.
Morning, welcoming committee. You'll take root there soon.
-Good morning, Ms. Lale. -Good morning.
-Good morning.
Good morning, Ms. Lale.
-Your hair looks good. -Thanks.
-Hi, Ms. Lale. -Hi, dear.
-How are you? -Fine, you?
I'm fine too. Thanks.
-Kenan is not in yet? -He's working remotely.
But don't worry, everything's online and up-to-date.
Is that so?
And we're preparing for your party.
Mr. Rıfat is on it. Is there anything you'd like to add?
-No, thank you. -My pleasure.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
Your life consists of only two things,
the ratings
and Kenan.
Müge, just give me an answer!
I sent a dozen gifts to Ms. Zerrin, but that bitch still won't return my call.
-Do you think she's coming? -Calm down, love. Yes, looks like it.
That's not good enough, Müge.
She can't go to Lale's party.
Okay, I'll take care of it, love. Calm down.
Handle it.
Thank you.
It looks like the weather will not change. Keep an eye on the heaters.
-What's that face? What's wrong? -Nothing.
Just looking.
You're back at it.
I'm afraid so.
What do you call this?
"A gathering of worthwhile "networking connections."
Where's Kenan?
No idea. He's working remotely.
Why?
I don't know.
-Are you on bad terms? -No. Why?
Just a little strange.
-This won't do, guys… -Please. Why are these tables still empty?
Quick. Come on, everyone. Look at the time. Hurry now.
-Arrange it, please. -Honey.
Güliz told me she called Ms. Zerrin personally,
and she'll be here.
It'll be just great. I'm telling you, we're going to kill it.
-Müge? -Yes, dear.
You never worked so hard for Lale's parties, right?
No, but this is for the sake of our jobs.
You did Lale dirty, so you don't want her to be back.
Because if she's back, she'll kill you. Have you gotten together since then?
Lale isn't a nightlife person.
-I doubt you've run into each other. -No, never.
-Okay, don't get nervous. -No.
I'm not asking if you're playing both sides. I'm just curious.
By the way, your jacket is on fire.
Oh, thank you.
And I love your dress. Wait, I need to check these, and…
Excuse me.
Look, these flowers…
Everything is great, honey. As always.
Thank you. I'm glad you liked it. I was so busy, I couldn't do anything.
Oh, please. I can see your delicate touch everywhere.
Thank you. Thank you all for coming.
-I'm glad you came. See you around. -See you.
-Lale, dear. -Seda, honey.
I won't kiss you so that I don't ruin your makeup.
-And you look great. -Thanks.
-Grab a drink. -Let's talk afterwards.
Why red?
It's burgundy.
-It's a little big on me. It looks okay?? -Well, you don't eat.
You're wasting away. Take care of yourself.
You mean I'm getting ugly?
You?
You could never get ugly.
You look great.
You came here with Gül?
With Gül?
-So, how is it going, Seda? -Very good.
What's up?
Ms. Aslı, everything is perfect.
-Is Zerrin here? -She is not.
You seem down. Is there something wrong?
Yes, there is.
There's a traitor among us, and with what's been happening…
There is something wrong.
Güliz, dear.
-You didn't visit me. -I just moved back from London.
Wrong move. I was going to introduce you to the team at the BBC.
Kismet.
Ms. Zerrin, hi. Welcome. I'm Müge, the editor-in-chief.
-We grew up watching you, and-- -Ms. Zerrin.
Welcome to my home. Aslı Tuna.
Aslı Tuna.
I know who you are.
You're the one keeping Lale's seat warm.
Actually,
the seat seems to like me.
It doesn't miss its ex-owner at all.
You are here.
Isn't it hard to hold onto two branches at once?
Two branches?
That fantasy where we're gone, and the old team comes back.
But you also want to secure yourself in case they don't.
"Old ways will win."
Like it's a crime to be young.
Like we're guests and we don't deserve to be here.
You created this game, and Gen X played it.
I don't follow. Who is "you"?
I mean your generation.
The old guard.
Baby boomers.
That was a rather quick social analysis.
-So, what shall we do? -You have no respect.
I'm afraid respect isn't something solely based on years.
On the contrary, you gain experience as you age.
Take me, for example.
One look is enough for me to know
who's not cut out for it.
Let's enjoy the party now, shall we?
Come with me.
-I came here just for you, you know. -I know.
I have some gossip about my parents.
I swear I'm having hot flashes.
Give it to me. Give it.
Ms. Müge, could you help me?
-I don't know what to do. -What's wrong?
-Someone is throwing up in there. -What?
I don't know who. I just need to avoid a scene.
-Where are they? -In that room.
Ugh, just what we need.
Hello? What?
There's a problem with the drinks. I need to see to it.
-Okay, go. In there? -Yeah.
I'll be right there.
Excuse me, are you okay?
Do you need help?
I'll go check and be back.
I didn't want it, but it's the only way. If there was a different--
-Lale, can we talk? -We're having a conversation.
Please. It's urgent.
Okay. I'll be right back.
What's wrong?
-I think it's time we talk. -Let's talk. Tell me.
In private, please.
Okay, come here.
Come in. The staff and guests are everywhere. We can talk here.
ANOTHER VOID SARP KALFAOĞLU
Tell me what's wrong.
What? I should do the talking? You brought us here.
Please. I asked you a question.
-You're distancing yourself from me. -I'm not.
Why are you avoiding me?
Did I do anything to offend you?
Kenan, no. Why would you think that?
And you're doing just fine. You're great.
I mean, you have something new going on.
I'm talking about Gül.
A steady relationship with someone new will do you good
after such a long time.
Gül is just the person for it. It's great.
-You think Gül and I are together? -Yes.
It's good.
I hear you.
-What are these? -Parting gifts for the guests.
Well, I'll take one, then. I'm a guest after all.
Here, take one with the bag. It's more chic.
Thanks.
Here.
I didn't ask for whiskey.
Cem brought this. It's a special blend.
You aren't drinking?
I…
-Maybe I don't know much about whiskey. -You think I do?
It seems like it.
You always keep your cool.
Always know what you're doing.
That's how it looks, huh?
It burns, right?
It burns.
Sometimes you enjoy that burning sensation.
-Sometimes it leaves you breathless. -Exactly.
It's an unhealthy way of living.
Not good for me anymore.
You'll quit drinking?
I guess I will.
I do it with a heavy heart.
But I have to give it up.
How about you?
This is the last one.
See you.
Good night.
Honey, everything was great as always.
-I've missed you. -We should meet up.
-Yes. -Call me.
-Good night. -Good night.
-There's been an earthquake in İzmir. -What?
-The magnitude? -5.4, but there's no official statement.
-Should I go? -Run. I've arranged a ride.
Okay.
5.4 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE IN İZMİR
Four buildings collapsed to the ground here.
We can only get information about the wounded.
-Nothing about the casualties. -Help!
Voices are coming from inside.
I hear voices from the building!
Officer, please…
It's another earthquake! Run!
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