Where Different Worlds Meet, Red Rosebuds
The series “Red Gonbons” brings the audience a story full of drama where two opposite worlds meet. The story revolves around Levent (Özcan Deniz), who has a modern and secular lifestyle, and Meryem (Özgü Namal), who grew up in a religious sect. The two characters have very different beliefs, lifestyles and perspectives on the world. At the center of the series, however, is a subject where these deep differences come together: the concept of “son”. Motherhood and fatherhood are the strongest bond that unites the characters, even though they belong to different worlds.
Levent is a man with a secular view of life and is known for his Kemalist identity. He has defended freedom and independent thought throughout his life. He is successful in his career and has a clear stance towards life. But this order in his life is turned upside down when he crosses paths with Meryem. Meryem is a member of a sect with deep beliefs and strict adherence to traditions. Throughout her life, she has lived a life in accordance with her religious beliefs and acted according to the rules of her community.
At first, the encounter between these two characters complicates everything. Levent and Meryem, who belong to two different worlds, initially find it difficult to understand each other. Although the gap between their beliefs and views on life has built a wall between them, this wall starts to be overcome over time. Because they both realize the importance of the concept of “son” in their lives. The unifying power of motherhood and fatherhood brings them together on the same path despite all the differences between them.
Levent’s modern life and Meryem’s traditional life form the basis of the conflicts in the series. However, these conflicts are conveyed to the audience not only through ideas, but also through the characters’ deep inner questioning and the emotional processes they go through. While Meryem’s beliefs and the pressures within the sect cause a great turmoil in her inner world, Levent’s freedom and independent thoughts open up a new world for him.
The dramatic structure of the series focuses not only on the relationship between the two main characters, but also on the stories of the people around them. Meryem and Levent’s families, friends and communities also take their place in this difficult journey. While the pressures in the cult deepen Meryem’s struggle with her own self, Levent’s family and community struggle to understand the difficulties he faces in his relationship. At the center of the series, however, is always their struggle for their children.
While Özcan Deniz and Özgü Namal add depth to their roles, successful actors such as Mert Yazıcıoğlu, Erkan Avcı, Hazal Türesan and Selen Öztürk, who portray side characters, add to the dramatic power of the series. Each actor keeps the audience glued to the screen with the emotional intensity they bring to their characters. Especially Meryem and Levent’s relationship drags the audience into a deep emotional storm.
Written by Şükrü Necati Şahin and directed by Ömür Atay, “Kızıl Goncalar” brings the collision of modern and traditional lives to the screen in an impressive way. Produced by Gold Film, this series is highly acclaimed both in terms of script and acting. This clash between two different worlds presents a deep story to the viewers, while also centering on the universal theme of “family”.
In the upcoming episodes of the series, it will be interesting to see what Levent and Meryem will go through on this difficult journey and what sacrifices they will make for their children. In this story where different worlds intersect, no matter how much beliefs and ideas clash, will motherhood and fatherhood always remain a unifying force? Viewers are breathlessly following this series full of new surprises every week.
“Red Rosebuds” meets viewers with its new season every Monday at 20.00 on NOW.
