Crown Prince (2025)
Crown Prince is a Turkish drama series broadcast on Show TV, first aired in 2025. As Zülfikar Karslı begins to lose his power at Esenler Bus Terminal because of health problems, the family looks to his son Zafer, who is expected to return from abroad. When Timur, a mobile mechanic struggling with debt, crosses paths with the Karslı family, he is drawn into their power struggle.
Crown Prince cast: Akın Akınözü (Timur Aslan), Serra Arıtürk (Reyhan Karslı), Ercan Kesal (Zülfikar Karslı), Erkan Kolçak Köstendil (Yahya Kaptan), Hazal Türesan (Derya Karslı), Derya Karadaş (Kudret Karslı).
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Plot
Zülfikar Karslı, the leader of the Karslı family at Esenler Bus Terminal, is losing his former influence because of health problems. The family and the people around the terminal expect Zafer Karslı, who is said to be returning from abroad, to replace him. Timur Aslan, a mobile mechanic struggling with debts left by his father, becomes involved with the family and enters the power struggle under Zafer Karslı’s identity. His arrival changes the balance among Zülfikar’s children Kudret, Derya and Cennet, as well as Zafer’s wife Reyhan. Family conflict deepens through hidden identities, old grievances, revenge and the forbidden love between Timur and Reyhan. As the story progresses, Timur’s real identity, Zafer’s past and the Karslı family’s secrets are revealed. In the finale, Timur manages to become part of the Karslı family and establishes a new order at Esenler Bus Terminal.
Origins of the story
Adaptation status
Veliaht is presented as an original story by Tunahan Kurt; no confirmed source work was identified.
Trailer
Details
- Year
- 2025–2026
- Channel
- Show TV
- Genre
- drama
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 26
- Rating
- 8.6
Cast
Character Map
Hero
- ↳ Reyhan Karslı — partner
- ↳ Zafer Karslı — rival
- ↳ Yahya Kaptan — ally
Anti-hero
- ↳ Kudret Karslı — parent
- ↳ Derya Karslı — parent
- ↳ Zafer Karslı — parent
- ↳ Reyhan Karslı — relative
Antagonist
- ↳ Derya Karslı — partner
- ↳ Zülfikar Karslı — enemy
- ↳ Reyhan Karslı — spouse
Supporting
- ↳ Kudret Karslı — partner
What's in this series?
Adaptation status: an original story
Show TV’s official credits and presentation describe Veliaht as an original story by Tunahan Kurt. No confirmed source work or official adaptation differences have therefore been identified.
The use of Esenler Bus Terminal as a dramatic setting
The series places the Karslı family’s power around Esenler Bus Terminal. The terminal functions as the main setting where family hierarchy, commercial relations, threats and the succession struggle intersect.
Production and creative team
Veliaht is produced by FARO and Gold Yapım. It is directed by Sinan Öztürk and written by Berrin Tekdemir, Necip Güleçer, Tunahan Kurt and Gökhan Şeker. The original story is credited to Tunahan Kurt.
Broadcast and official presentation
The series premiered on Show TV on September 11, 2025. Show TV’s official episode and news materials frame it around family secrets, identity conflict, power struggles and love.
Frequently asked questions
How many episodes is Crown Prince?
Crown Prince has 26 episodes across 1 seasons.
When did Crown Prince air?
Crown Prince first aired in 2025 on Show TV.
Who is in the cast of Crown Prince?
The main cast includes Akın Akınözü (Timur Aslan), Serra Arıtürk (Reyhan Karslı), Ercan Kesal (Zülfikar Karslı), Erkan Kolçak Köstendil (Yahya Kaptan), Hazal Türesan (Derya Karslı), Derya Karadaş (Kudret Karslı).
Sources
- Veliaht | Show TV — Show TV
- Veliaht Dizisi Oyuncuları ve Karakterleri | Show TV — Show TV
- Veliaht 1. Bölüm 3. Fragmanı — Show TV
- Veliaht'ın 9. Bölümünde neler olacak? — Show TV
- Timur, Korkut'tan herkesin intikamını aldı! — Show TV
