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Selim, let's just go.
Let's take the kids and move to Nice.
I'm serious. We can do it.
We'll have the kids transferred to a school there.
Seriously. I have--
I mean, don't see this as an impulsive decision.
I thought about it. I really did.
I need to break free from this scandal, Selim.
I'm hurting people.
Everything I've built in the last 20 years,
my existence, it's all a burden on this family.
My precious girls are living in shame
because they are Lale Kıran's children, Selim.
Don't tell me, "Come on, Lale." Please!
Don't try to comfort me. It's all true.
You know that as well as I do. Don't you?
We're leaving.
Kenan?
Lale.
Lale!
Lale.
Lale!
I'll take care of it.
Thank you.
I'm lucky to have you, Selim.
AS THE CROW FLIES
Hello? Hi. How are you?
Sorry to be calling this early, but…
I am moving away soon.
So I called you to make some arrangements--
Yes. Can I call you back in a bit?
I mean later, if you're free.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
You're here?
Where are you moving to?
I have to go, Kenan.
It's better if I take the girls and move to Nice.
So you're just going to Nice. And that's that?
I think we should cut the bullshit, Lale.
We went through something horrible last night.
-But… -No buts.
Really. No buts.
I'm not doing this out of anger.
I've thought about it. Long and hard.
Long and hard? For God's sake.
It happened only yesterday. Come on.
Listen, please,
I'm asking you not to do anything rash.
What about us?
Kenan, being a mom comes first for me.
Fuck off, Lale! Just fuck off.
-My children-- -Screw you!
So being a mother gives you a free pass, is that it?
You're always 100% right?
That's great! That's just great!
Lale, this is a journey, okay?
Our journey together.
I'm here too.
And I'm telling you…
if you thought about it at all
you'd see it's the right decision.
I don't want to see that!
You're not right, okay?
It's a matter of giving up.
And you're giving up on me right now.
And you've found the best excuse to do it.
Being a mother.
You want me to make some coffee?
Let's talk about this.
Oh, just fuck off.
Hang on. Who are you going to Nice with?
I'm well aware "the girls" are a part of a package.
Will Selim be joining you?
Kenan, he's the father of my children.
He's the father of my children.
Isn't life just grand?
Isn't it just grand?
Live it up with me,
and then go back to your real life with Selim.
Kenan was just a phase, right?
You're not being fair.
This isn't fair at all.
No, I'm not being unfair.
It's your turn to think about who's right and who's wrong.
Although it's not about being right.
It's about caring.
It's about love. Got it? It's about love.
The thing you don't have
and don't even care about.
-Is that what you think? -Yes.
Really?
Wow!
I'm out of here, Lale.
Go.
You're really going?
Wait a minute! Wait!
Are you really leaving right now? Huh?
-Hold on. -Move.
-No, you can't just-- -Get out of my way!
I won't!
You never listen
or even try to understand, do you?
You never try to come up with solutions, do you?
Huh, Kenan?
Do you?
This is great.
If someone asked, you'd say I was the difficult one,
the impossible one.
You always do this anyway, Kenan.
You're always running away!
You've always left when I'm having the hardest times,
when I've needed you the most.
Saying I don't understand you, not even talking to me!
You always leave!
I…
I've tried to come up with a solution on my own
for my children, for my family.
And, sadly, I could only come up with this!
Do you even understand that?
I'm getting the fuck out.
I'm giving up.
But I don't want my girls, my beautiful children
to live under the shadow
of my shitty life, Kenan.
Am I making myself clear?
Can you understand that? Can we talk about it? No!
And why not? Because you're always fighting.
You live in the moment.
You can't breathe without that.
No, it's you I can't breathe without!
Got it? I cannot breathe without you.
Do you hear me? I gave you everything I had.
I've been here every day,
pouring my heart and soul into you, even when you didn't love me back…
until today.
I've been going to bed with you and waking up with you
for 20 years, Lale.
I've become one with you.
And now you're talking about your girls.
Okay. You might have your girls, but I have my Lale.
I've been a gardener for the last 20 years, got it?
I've grown this flower with my own hands…
and now you're telling me this?
Yes, I am.
Yes, I am!
I'm saying that flower's finished!
I'm saying it's dead!
Do you not get it?
Lale Kiran, that brand you put so much effort into,
the Lale Kıran brand, it's over!
It's gone! It doesn't exist.
End of the road! Finished!
And see, I'm finished too!
Can you get that?
Do you think you could put yourself in my position?
For once?
Okay.
You can go now.
Come here.
Good morning.
Come in.
We were just figuring out how to celebrate.
Celebrate?
Sit.
What I'm saying is, are we ready for a brand-new life
without Lale Kıran
Rest in peace!
That woman,
she literally self-destructed.
Sent herself straight to hell!
I'm so excited! We must have a drink, now.
Güliz!
I said, don't.
Such a bleeding heart.
Well, at least you'll be happy.
My boyfriend's bringing us down.
Don't feel bad on my account.
You guys do whatever you want to do.
And I'll do whatever I want on my own.
Hold on.
Just…
Don't be hard on yourself.
None of us should do that.
I mean, am I right, Güliz?
And for us, this isn't a big deal anyway.
And this is Lale. She'll come back from this.
This is only temporary, so we should keep it cool.
It's a fickle world.
These things happen, right?
It shouldn't be this fickle.
I can't stomach it.
I'm not getting any of this.
Whatever. How about we have some mezcal?
You darlings are so sentimental.
It's done and gone.
She self-destructed.
We had our fun, and now it's over.
Hi, could you come to my office?
Okay, Gül. I got it. Stop nagging me.
Not answering your phone, and partying all night, Müge?
What are we going to do now?
We'll figure it out.
Kenan?
He'll be here.
I'll put the show on hiatus. The crew needs a break.
Then we'll see.
Okay.
How's Lale?
Kenan, I'm sure I don't need to tell you this,
but we would love to keep working with you.
And of course, the new host
will be a decision we make together.
Give me 24 hours to think about it, Gül.
-I'll get back to you, okay? -Of course.
Make a shortlist and we'll have a look.
As long as it's someone we're comfortable with, someone who fits.
-Right? -Sure.
Good morning, sir.
Kenan, how are you?
Kenan, I emailed you the archive footage you asked for.
We should also do our own search.
Kenan's a mess right now.
Let's not make a mistake.
Sure, we can do that,
but is there anyone left who can do this?
Look at Lale. Even she screwed up.
And the new generation's garbage.
We'll have to take a chance on someone.
Don't be so pessimistic.
Gül, you don't know what it's like.
It's so different, being in front of the camera.
You can't just pick someone off the street
and put them under those lights.
It's a huge responsibility.
We need someone who can handle that.
Who can instill trust.
They'll be representing us after all.
We need someone
who'll inspire people when they talk,
leave them in awe.
Such is the job.
You're so right.
That's so true.
That's the job.
-I'm not taking that. -Okay, darling.
Mom, do I really have to give away my books?
Dad said so.
Of course not, honey.
You don't have to do it if it feels wrong.
-Mom. -Honey?
What'll happen to everything once we leave?
What about our car?
Is someone else gonna drive it?
Maybe. Why not?
But Dad likes his seat just right.
No one else would be comfortable in it anyway.
It's okay, honey, he can put it back to the old settings later.
He'll be upset. They should keep the seat as it is.
Okay, baby, I'll tell them.
Okay?
I have a response to that.
Of course I do.
Fuck off, Gül.
Look, I've told you nicely.
I don't accept. I'm not listening.
You should.
Don't act out of heartache. We have a life here.
There's no way she can pull this off.
She'll give up and leave.
And we'll be rid of her.
Müge cannot replace Lale. Period.
Keep your delusions to yourself.
I'm not trying to force you into anything. So calm down.
If you just breathe and think about it,
you'll see that I'm right.
Let's put Müge out there.
Let her enjoy it.
Let her think she's taking her so-called revenge on us.
And when she doesn't succeed, the board will kick her out.
And it'll be smooth sailing for us after that.
Okay, Kenan?
You think Müge will lay off you with everything that's happened?
As long as she's the CEO and sits in that chair,
she'll keep grinding you down.
Are you ready to take that? Huh?
Look at me, Kenan.
What else are you going to do? You're a newsman.
Accept that.
Would she agree to this? To step down from that chair?
Only an idiot like Müge would do that.
I'll talk to her.
Okay.
You do that.
Then I will have a chat.
Then I'll make up my mind.
Okay.
-Nice to see you. -You too.
This is crazy.
I didn't sleep a wink.
I've been thinking about this moment, picturing it in my head all day.
But still…
I'm literally forgetting to breathe.
-Calm down. -But, Kenan…
I've always said, "It's never too late."
I mean…
I've always hoped this for myself.
But doing this with you,
it's even beyond my dreams.
So I promise you,
I'm ready to follow your lead, Kenan.
And I'll behave. No issues at all. I'll keep you happy.
You'll be proud of me. I promise.
Well, then…
How are we doing this? I mean…
You tell me.
I have a question.
Does Lale know?
I'll be quiet. I will. You talk.
I need the bathroom. I'll be back.
Of course.
Your place in Datça.
Maybe you should move there, Müge.
I don't know. I thought about it.
I think we're not good for you.
DATÇA
It's a natural talent
that few people have.
Lale can be the host. We don't need two people.
Greetings.
Sorry, I didn't see you.
What are you saying, Kenan?
Gül, could you calm down?
Can I just explain?
Oh. I'll step out.
Good luck.
THE OTHER SIDE
My head is a mess.
It shouldn't be. Don't be absurd.
Just calm down.
She'll be gone soon.
-She was so excited. -Oh, come on!
Let's not start feeling sorry for Müge of all people, please!
I bet that woman is pouring tequila down her throat as we speak.
That's her area of expertise.
Forget about her. She's a mental case.
I need to tell you something.
Lale…
Lale's leaving the country.
For good.
No way!
And you two?
We…
She wants to go, that's what she's gonna do.
She's made up her mind.
Okay. Let's change the subject, now.
I can see you're about to fall apart.
And you?
What are you going to do?
Ta-da!
Lale Kıran's moving abroad.
-What? -You heard me.
Clearly, she knows she's done here.
So you don't have to worry about her rising from the dead again.
It's literally the end for her.
It can't be.
It can and it is.
I'm sure of it.
There's more.
Are you ready for another bombshell?
THE DAILY JOURNAL WITH MÜGE TÜRKMEN
-Good evening, Lale, ma'am. -Good evening.
Go ahead. Your drink's ready.
You want me there?
Okay.
Thanks.
Is it true?
It is.
It happens, you know.
It happens?
Oh, come on!
You can't be this calm. Stop it!
What should I say, Aslı?
What do you want me to say?
What would make you feel better?
One of us should, at least.
I don't feel good!
If you think you leaving will make me feel good,
you clearly don't understand me.
I'm sad.
I'm so sad.
You don't get it, do you?
Aslı, stop.
Look, this is not a sign.
Just because my story ends this way,
doesn't mean yours will too.
Okay? So please, stop it.
It…
all started for me
watching you on a tube TV in a shitty living room.
I finally had a purpose in life.
A dream, something I wanted for myself.
Come on, stop it. Look…
This can't be real. Please don't.
I agree. This can't be real.
Because it's unimaginable!
Is this a tactic or something? Huh?
What kind of tactic is this? Aslı, I have to go.
I'm really leaving.
You always feel you must suffer, don't you?
Because you need things like this to feel validated.
Does being a martyr
make you a great mom?
Is this what validates you?
Who knows, maybe I did something wrong and I'm paying for it now.
-Give me a fucking break! -What?
You'd do it all over, wouldn't you?
Just say it.
"I'd say the same thing if it were today."
"I'd say it even if the outcome would be the same."
You're the only one
who can't accept who Lale Kıran is.
Think about that.
Think.
About me, about us…
Think about all the little girls you wanted to set an example for.
And try to imagine…
what the world looks like without you.
Well?
THE DAILY JOURNAL WITH MÜGE TÜRKMEN
Müge, huh?
Yeah. Müge.
Kenan? Where has Kenan gone?
Oh, you.
Wondering where Kenan's gone.
Everyone wants to watch their own funeral, don't they?
And you can actually do it.
Have a look and see who's gone where,
what's become of the world without you.
Just watch.
A gift to celebrate.
Thanks.
That's it?
Just a lousy "thanks"?
Are you kidding me?
Forgive me, Güliz. I'm just--
I'm a little distracted.
Apology not accepted.
You need to make it up to me.
How about a drink?
What's going on?
Let's just have a drink.
Look, Güliz, I can hardly think straight, okay?
It's been one thing after the other.
How about we have a drink and chat?
What the hell are you on about?
Are you fucking kidding me?
Look at me!
Güliz, please calm down.
Fuck off! Screw you!
You think I'm stupid? There's someone else, right?
-Güliz-- -Who is it? Who?
Who? You're gonna tell me! There's someone, isn't there? Hey!
Tell me or I'll lose it!
It's not about that!
Oh.
So there is someone.
No, Güliz, that's not what I--
Shut up! Shut the fuck up! You bastard!
How dare you try to deceive me, huh?
Who are you fooling?
I gave you a chance.
I thought you were a man.
You're all fucking scum!
You came from nothing, and you'll be nothing again, okay?
I will tear you apart. I'll fucking destroy you!
You asshole!
He was so hardworking. Why'd he leave?
I've been wondering that all day. I just don't get it.
-Why would he do this? -Why are you so upset?
-I feel bad. -It's okay. Don't let it get you down.
What's going on?
Nothing. We're just upset at the news.
-What news? -Yusuf quitting, of course.
We found out this morning.
Are you all right?
I'm okay.
Pull yourselves together.
We still have a meeting in a minute. Let's get going.
Yes, I fired him.
Got him out of my life too. He can go to hell.
Güliz, don't you think this is a bit rash?
Rash? I hope he dies!
-But our network-- -I'm the network, hon. Don't you worry.
And I'll find out who he's involved with.
He can't cheat on me and get away with it. I'll destroy him.
You're right, but…
Maybe you should keep your love life separate.
Aslı, stop being so pragmatic so early in the morning.
Ugh, I'm done! Take this away!
Where is everyone? Hey!
It's okay. I'll take care of it.
Should I crack a window?
Leave it.
Okay.
Are you feeling better, though?
I'm not.
So…
Are you gonna keep pretending you aren't here for something,
or just ask me?
-I-- -You what?
What should we do about the show?
Should I do it alone?
Yes, finish the week.
Then we'll find someone if you want.
If I want?
Aren't you as lucky as a pig in shit?
Off you go.
A bird of prey can't always be a hunter.
It loves, it feels pity,
it feels remorse.
It can have a sensitive soul
at the same time
in a single heart.
It's torn between its two halves.
There comes a day
when the hunter must face what it truly is.
When everything goes its way,
it's time to stop and take stock.
ASLI TUNA AND YUSUF TUNCA THE OTHER SIDE
WITH ASLI TUNA
To ask, "Did I want the right things?"
"Is this what I really wanted?"
THE DAILY JOURNAL WITH MÜGE TÜRKMEN
Müge, hello. I'm Altan.
-Let me put in your earpiece. -Sure.
So, Müge, try and stay calm now.
This is a private line, okay?
I'm here if you need me.
You're okay, right?
Good.
-Müge, first of all, congratulations. -Okay.
We need to do a sound check.
Can you say something?
-It could be days of the week. -Days--
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
That's boring, though.
Why don't I recite to you the roster of Spain's legendary team?
Okay, we've got it.
I can, you know.
-It's enough. Sound check's done. -Okay.
Five seconds to air.
Four, three,
two, one…
We're on, Müge.
Good evening to all.
I'm Müge Türkmen.
Starting today, we'll be together here on The Daily Journal.
Subtitle translation by: Bilge Gündüz