İsmail Hacıoğlu to lead powerful new TRT1 drama Cennetin Çocukları!
Acclaimed Turkish actor İsmail Hacıoğlu is set to take on a gripping new role in “Cennetin Çocukları”, an upcoming original drama produced by Motto Yapım for TRT1. Known for his intense and emotionally rich performances, Hacıoğlu will once again captivate audiences—this time as a man who rises from a troubled childhood to become one of the most feared names in the criminal underworld.
Written by Ali Kara, the creator behind emotionally driven narratives, Cennetin Çocukları (translated as Children of Heaven) promises a deeply human story grounded in pain, redemption, and identity. The series will be directed by Soner Caner, and filming is set to take place in the scenic coastal town of Ayvalık.
At the heart of the story is “Büyük İskender”, a notorious figure shaped by trauma and hardship—portrayed by İsmail Hacıoğlu. Known for fully immersing himself in challenging characters, İsmail Hacıoğlu is expected to bring depth and intensity to this complex role, making it one of the most anticipated performances of the year.
In addition to Hacıoğlu, the series is currently in talks with other well-known names such as Ali Gözüşirin, Leyla Feray, and the esteemed Nazan Kesal, signaling a strong ensemble cast that will enrich the emotional tone of the production.
Following the success of Kara Ağaç Destanı, Motto Yapım continues its partnership with TRT1 with Cennetin Çocukları, promising high production values and a story that explores the blurred lines between right and wrong, family and fate.
With İsmail Hacıoğlu leading the way, Cennetin Çocukları is poised to become one of TRT1’s standout dramas, offering both compelling storytelling and a powerful lead performance.
