ALBAWABA - Alp Navruz has finally appeared in his highly anticipated role as Sultan Melikşah in Altın Çağ: Nizamülmülk, giving viewers their first glimpse of the actor in the ambitious new period drama prepared for tabii.
The first image of Alp Navruz in character has been released, showing the actor dressed in elaborate period costumes designed to reflect the grandeur of the Seljuk era. His commanding appearance as Sultan Melikşah has already attracted attention as anticipation builds for the new series.
Alp Navruz Transforms Into Sultan Melikşah
Navruz is taking on one of the most important historical figures in the story, Sultan Melikşah, the Seljuk ruler whose reign forms a major part of the series.
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The actor underwent intensive preparation for the role, including professional sword fighting and horseback-riding training. The production itself took approximately two and a half months to film, with the project planned as a 16-episode series.
Alp Navruz had also changed his appearance for the role, growing out his beard during preparations for the historical character. Earlier reports showed the actor sporting his new look before filming began.
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Produced by DSS Medya, Altın Çağ: Nizamülmülk focuses on Nizamülmülk, the influential vizier of the Great Seljuk Empire and author of the famous political work Siyasetname.
Mert Turak plays Nizamülmülk, while Navruz portrays Sultan Melikşah. The story is expected to explore Nizamülmülk’s life and the complicated political atmosphere surrounding the Seljuk Empire.
The series is directed by Emir Khalilzadeh, with the project design and main screenplay credited to İsa Yıldız. The writing team also includes Uhud Tekin, A. Kadir İlter and Caner Erzincan.
The production has assembled a notable ensemble around its two leading actors.
Deniz Barut plays Sefiye Hatun, Bülent Çolak portrays Hasan Sabbah and Dilara Yeşilyaprak takes on the role of Zübeyde Hatun. Burak Çelik is also part of the cast.
The series was designed as one of tabii’s major historical productions, with the production team reportedly paying particular attention to costumes, sets and the overall period atmosphere.
Filming was carried out at specially constructed sets in Gebze, allowing the production to recreate the historical world of the Great Seljuk Empire.
When Will Altın Çağ: Nizamülmülk Be Released?
Despite filming being completed, an official release date has not yet been announced.
For now, the first look at Alp Navruz as Sultan Melikşah is giving audiences their first real impression of the character and the scale of the production. With its 16-episode format, historical storyline and experienced cast, Altın Çağ: Nizamülmülk is shaping up to be one of tabii’s notable upcoming period dramas.
The newly released image also offers a first indication of how seriously Navruz has approached the transformation, with his costume, appearance and training all contributing to the portrayal of one of the Seljuk era’s most prominent rulers.
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