The 8 best roles of Neslihan Atagul, the favorite actress of Turkish TV series

The 8 best roles of the bright star of Turkish cinema Neslihan Atagul

Turkish actress Neslihan Atagul is known mainly for her dramatic roles. Apparently, producers consider her sad gaze to be ideal for creating the image of heroines with difficult fates.

Neslihan Atagul's every appearance on the screen looks natural and convinces the audience that they are not just watching a series or a movie, but observing real human life. The actress, who has not been seen on the screens for a long time, is returning to television with a new role in the fall of 2026.

**“Hazonrezgi 16+”**

*Original title:* Yaprak Do‘kümü

*Years:* 2006–2010

*Genre:* drama

*Actors:* Halil Ergün, Güven Hokna, Bennu Yıldırımlar

The film tells the story of the life of the Tekin family, who lived in a small town and then moved to Istanbul. The head of the family is used to everyone following his rules and adhering to moral standards, but the new place and new conditions change the order and force everyone to pass the test.

Neslihan Atagul joined the creative team of the series in 2008 and played the role of a girl named Deniz until 2009. This was her first step into the world of big cinema. It was then that fans of Turkish series first met this actress.

**“My Heart Chose You”**

*Original title:* Kalbim Seni Seçti

*Years:* 2011–2012

*Genre:* drama

*Cast:* Sermiyan Midyat, Ebru Jundubeyog'lu, Neslihan Atagul (the role of Melis)

The main character Kaan was born and raised in a wealthy family. One day he falls in love with a charming girl, but it will not be easy to win her heart, because he is not the only one among the suitors for her heart.

The situation becomes even more complicated when it turns out that the person whom Kaan considered his rival, even an enemy, is his brother, whom he is unaware of.

Neslihan Atagul embodied the image of a secondary character named Melis. Her role in the series "My Heart Chose You" was another step for the actress to catch the attention of producers and gain experience and work with famous colleagues.

**“Coasts of Love”**

*Original title:* Fatih Harbiye

*Years:* 2013-2014

*Genre:* drama, melodrama

*Actors:* Kadir Dogulu, Neslihan Atagul, Yunus Emre Yildirimer

“Coasts of Love” is a dramatic love story between Nerimon and Majid, who, unfortunately, belong to two different worlds. The girl spent her childhood and youth in a poor neighborhood, while the young man who fell in love with her was the son of a wealthy family.

Majid's family believes that the poor artist Nerimon is not worthy of him, but the young man is ready to do anything to prove the opposite.

The first leading role in this drama was played by Neslihan Atagul. It was here that she met her future husband, actor Kadir Dogulu. According to the actor, the young star charmed him with her talent and innocence, which gave her a unique charm.

**“The Pain of Love”**

*Original title:* Kara Sevda

*Years:* 2015-2017

*Genre:* melodrama, drama

*Actors:* Burak Özçivit, Neslihan Atağul, Kaan Urgançioğlu

The main character Nihan was born and raised in a wealthy, but now bankrupt family, and her beloved Kemal is the son of an ordinary hairdresser.

If Emir, who is obsessed with the idea of marrying the girl, had not interfered, this would not have prevented them from being together. He is ready for anything, including blackmail, to achieve his goal. Due to Emir's actions, Nihan agrees to this forced marriage, otherwise she will not be able to save her brother. Kemal leaves the city with a broken heart, but returns years later and realizes that his feelings have not disappeared.

Neslihan Atagul played the role of Nihan in this project, and this role was a real breakthrough in her career. Fans of the series fell in love with the actress precisely after this series, which won the international Emmy Award.

**“The Only Thing Left of You”**

*Original title:* Senden Bana Kalan

*Year:* 2015

*Genre:* drama, melodrama

*Actors:* Neslihan Atagul, Ekin Koch

The events of the film begin in retrospect. We see a little boy named Özgür, who lost his parents under tragic circumstances. After that, he ends up in an orphanage, where he meets his first love - a girl named Elif.

When the wealthy grandfather comes to take the child away, fate separates them and their paths diverge. Ten years later, the guardian sets a condition for his heir: in order to inherit his grandfather's wealth, Özgür must complete his studies in the upper grades of his native village.

There, the gentle Özgür is waiting for a meeting with Elif, and he feels that his childhood love is burning with renewed vigor. But can love for a sincere and kind girl change the main character and make him a better person?

Neslihan Atagul played the role of Elif, whom Özgür (Ekin Koç) falls in love with again after 10 years of separation. Critics and viewers highly appreciated the actress's skill in the frame, noting that she was able to convey the experiences of her character vividly and naturally.

**“The Ambassador’s Daughter”**

*Original title:* Sefirin Kizi

*Year:* 2019-2021

*Genre:* action film, drama, melodrama, crime

*Actors:* Engin Akyurek, Neslihan Atagul

The father of the main character Nare has always been against her relationship with Sanjar, who does not fit into her family in terms of status. However, the girl cannot give up her feelings and agrees to secretly marry the man she loves.

Everything seemed to be going well until the first wedding night proved otherwise. Sanjar, who is jealous and insecure, quarrels with Nare and throws her out, because he realizes that she was with another man before him. The heroine does not believe the girl’s words that she was a victim of violence, and a beautiful love story begins to unravel before her eyes.

Nare decides to commit suicide, but survives and nine years later, she reappears in Sancar's life with her daughter in her arms. But the problem is that Sancar had to marry another woman at the will of his mother.

Neslihan Atagul played the role of Nare, who was betrayed by that unfortunate and beloved person. This role was an important step in her career, but seriously damaged the actress's health, which is why she decided to leave the project ahead of schedule.

**“At the End of the Night”**

*Original title:* Gecenin Ucunda

*Years:* 2022-2023

*Genre:* drama, melodrama

*Cast:* Neslihan Atagul, Kadir Dog'ulu

The main character Majide lives in Ankara, works in a bank, and feels unhappy every day. The problem is that the girl has inherited the ability to heal, but she cannot realize it. One day, a fortune teller predicts that the heroine's life will soon change, and she will meet her love.

After these words, Majide moves to Istanbul, where she meets Ahmet Isik, the head of a large pharmaceutical company. Ahmet immediately falls in love with the girl and proposes marriage, and the girl agrees.

However, life in the influential Isik family prepares the heroine for new unexpected events and a meeting with her husband's brother - Kozim. Kozim is married, but unhappy in his marriage, because after losing his child, his wife became addicted to alcohol. Everything becomes even more complicated when a forbidden love flares up between Majide and Kozim.

Neslihan Atagul played the role of Majide and starred in the same film for the second time with her husband Kadir Dogulu. Unfortunately, the project was not highly appreciated by the audience, so it was canceled ahead of schedule.

**“Oh, Belinda”**

*Original title:* Aaahh Belinda

*Year:* 2023

*Genre:* drama, comedy

*Actors:* Neslihan Atagul, Serkan Çayoğlu

One day, a screen star agrees to play the main character in an advertisement for “Belinda” shampoo.

According to the script, Dilara was supposed to play a housewife named Handon, who has two children and a husband, and is crushed by life. As soon as she says the slogan of the advertisement, she faints. When she comes to, she realizes that the script she played in the frame has become her new life. Now, in order to survive, she must understand herself and what is happening around her. However, this will not be easy, because everyone around her begins to suspect that she is simply mentally ill.

Neslihan Atagul played Dilara, who, accustomed to a luxurious life, suddenly finds herself in a world alien to her and is forced to adapt to a new reality.