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Zeki Demirkubuz is a Turkish filmmaker known for his unflinching and uncompromising approach to cinema. His films often delve into the dark recesses of the human psyche, exploring themes of guilt, morality, and the complexities of relationships. Demirkubuz's personal experiences, including a tumultuous youth marked by political activism and imprisonment, have undoubtedly influenced his artistic vision.

After dropping out of high school, Demirkubuz worked in a textile workshop and as a street vendor. Following the 1980 coup d'état in Turkey, he was unjustly imprisoned without trial for three years, enduring torture due to alleged communist activities. Despite this traumatic experience, he persevered, graduating with a degree in Communications Engineering from Istanbul University.

His passion for filmmaking led him to work as an assistant director before founding his own production company, Mavi Film. Demirkubuz's fiercely independent nature is reflected in his work, where he maintains creative control over nearly every aspect of his films. This uncompromising spirit allows him to create a unique cinematic language that often challenges conventional storytelling.

Demirkubuz's filmography is characterized by a bleak realism and a focus on the psychological struggles of his characters. His debut film, "C Blok" (1994), laid the groundwork for his signature style, while "Masumiyet" (1997) and "Üçüncü Sayfa" (1999) garnered international recognition at prestigious film festivals. His "Tales of Darkness" trilogy, consisting of "Yazgi" (2001) and "Itiraf" (2001), Bekleme Odasi (2003) further solidified his reputation as a filmmaker who confronts difficult subjects with unflinching honesty.

His film "Kader" (2006) won the Best Film prize at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, a testament to his ability to create emotionally resonant and thought-provoking works. In more recent years, Demirkubuz continued to explore existential themes in films like "Yeralti" (2012) and "Bulanti" (2015).

Zeki Demirkubuz remains a vital figure in Turkish cinema, a director who fearlessly tackles complex and often disturbing subjects with a distinct artistic vision. His uncompromising approach and willingness to explore the darker aspects of the human condition have earned him both critical acclaim and a dedicated following.

Ilker Aksum is a Turkish film and television actor, born on 23 May, 1971 in Istanbul, Turkey. He is well known for his role in the film "Yabanci Damat" (2004), "Our Grand Despair" (2011), "Kucuk Kiyamet" (2006) and "Vavien" (2009).

Ilker Aksum did his schooling at Etimesgut Seker Elementary School. Then he studied at Mehmetcik High School. He completed his graduation from the Theater Department at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in 1989. He also studied at the Ankara State Conservatory.

Ilker Aksum started his acting career in the Antalya State Theater in 1994. His first professional role was in the "Hamlet" game as Ophelia. He left in Istanbul in 1996 since the staff was not opened. After a short period, he left his military service in Kars Sarikamis. He worked at the Bakirkoy Municipal Theater for a short time and worked at the Istanbul City Theater for a year.

Ilker met Taylan Biraderler, when he played a part in the television series "Secret File" with his friend Devin Ozgur Cinar. Later, he appeared in the role of the uncle of the "Tsar" series, which was played by the most famous chimpanzee. He also presented the contest show "One for Two".

Aksum appeared in many films. He made his film debut with the film "Our Grand Despair" in 2011. He was the presenters of the 49th International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival held on 07 October, 2012, which was organized by Iclal Aydin and Ilker Aksum.

Ilker Aksum won the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 28th Siyad Turk Sinemasi Awards, for the first feature film "Little Doomsday", which was directed by Durul and Yagmur Taylan brothers in 2006. In 2006, he achieved the Best Supporting Actor award in the 28th SIYAD Turkish Cinema Awards. He won the Best Supporting Actor award in the Ismail Cem Television Awards in 2010. In 2013, he won the Best Actor of the Year in the 18th Sadri Familiar Theater and Cinema Acting Awards for his role in the film "Happy Family Book".

Recently, Ilker Aksum has continued to work in films and television series.

Ilker Aksum's father's name is Mehmet Bulent Aksum, who is an officer pilot and his mother's name is Nurten Aksum. He has twin brothers, named Ilkay Aksum and Alpay Aksum. He is married to Belgin Erdogan in 2008 and they got divorced in 2012.

Kivanç Kilinç was born on 19 August 1982 in Isparta, Turkey. He is an actor and writer, known for As If (2021), Kizlar Yurdu (2006) and Karaoglan (2013).

Sacide Tasaner was born on 14 May 1960 in Isparta, Turkey. She is an actress, known for Altin Kafes (2023), Ates (2016) and Orphan Flowers (2015).

Metin Günay was born on 26 January 1963 in Isparta, Turkey. He is a director and actor, known for Resurrection: Ertugrul (2014), Establishment: Osman (2019) and Destan (2021).

Tugce Karabacak was born on 9 February 1987 in Isparta, Turkey. She is an actress, known for Kilit (2021), Ask Kirmizi (2013) and Sehrin Melekleri (2015).

Ezgi Ünal was born on 5 July 1989 in Isparta, Turkey. She is an actress, known for The Protector (2018).

Orhan Çagman was born in 1927 in Isparta, Turkey. He was an actor and cinematographer, known for A Broken Love Story (1981), Bir Kirik Bebek (1987) and Yagma Hasanin böregi (1953). He died on 18 September 1997 in Istanbul, Turkey.

Tutku Yildirim was born on 18 September 1987 in Isparta, Turkey. He is an actor and producer, known for Hexagon, Stray (2020) and Contingency (2018).

Cahit Berkay was born on 3 August 1946 in Isparta, Turkey. He is a composer and actor, known for Melekler Evi (2000), A Broken Love Story (1981) and Mortal World (2018).

Ersan Uysal was born in 1937 in Isparta, Turkey. He was an actor, known for How to Save Asiye (1986), Gülüsan (1985) and Selamsiz's Band (1987). He died on 27 September 2020.

Ismail Cetin was born on 29 September 2001 in Isparta, Turkey. He is a director and writer, known for Metalhead (2017), I Care Because You Do (2023) and Aksel is a Fish in the Aquarium (2024).

Emre Aydin (born February 2, 1981), also stylized as emreaydin, is a Turkish rock singer-songwriter. The singer won the MTV Europe Music Awards 2008 in the "Europe's Favourite Act" category. He is also the former lead singer for the Turkish rock band 6. Cadde.

Emre Aydin was born in Isparta on 2 February 1981 as the first child of Saban and Nermin Aydin, who are both pharmacists. He has a younger brother named Yigit. In his early years, the family moved to Antalya. Emre began playing saz at an early age and later opted for guitar. He graduated from Antalya Anadolu Lisesi (high school) and then studied economics at Dokuz Eylül University in Izmir, upon his parents' wish. In a 2009 interview Emre admitted that he never attended a musical conservatory, because he did not want to have his musical experience transformed into school lessons and exam sessions, which he thought would make him lose interest in music.

In 2016, the singer married his long time girlfriend, Eda Köksal, who is an interior architect.

In 2002, while at Dokuz Eylül University, Emre saw the advertisement of a musical competition, Sing Your Song, aired by a domestic television channel, Show TV. The jury included well-known Turkish rock singer Koray Candemir. With a friend, Onur Ela, they decided to apply with Emre's own song, Dönersen (If you come back), and out of 1500 applicants, they won the competition. The song was selected by Universal Music into a selection album and their band, named 6. Cadde was offered a contract with Universal Music Turkey.

Emre's album quickly became a smash hit in Turkey, having won several awards, including Blue Jean Magazine's awards for Best Song, Best Newcomer, Best Music Video and his producer, Haluk Kurosman was named Best Producer. Emre also won the prestigious Powertürk Music Award as Best Newcomer in 2007 and a year later was awarded for the Best song and Best duet at the same gala (see Awards section for a full list of awards). The album received mostly positive criticism, according to Burhan Ayeri columnist, "Emre Aydin's performance at 2 Renk was extraordinary. With a good manager, he will sweep away Tarkan. As Özcan Deniz said, 'this is the first time we see all songs of an album being top hits'."

The singer is among the most frequently touring Turkish singers, in 2007 he gave 130 live concerts until August. Emre also completed his first European tour in 2008, composed of concerts in Bochum, Cologne and Rotterdam and performed in the Carling Academy, London on 11 May 2008.

On November 6, 2008 he won the MTV Europe Music Awards 2008 as Europe's Favourite Act. Upon this success, the singer decided to release an English single, planned for March 2009, which will be followed by his second Turkish album, ought to be released in May 2009.

The singer's popularity is effectively shown at his official forum, which had 79,000 registered members as of October 2007 and more than 150,000 as of October 2009.

Cahit Günal was born in 1923 in Isparta, Turkey. He is a producer and director, known for Kader degismez (1959), Hayatlarini kanla yazdilar (1966) and Kanli çevre (1957).

Süleyman Demirel was born on 1 November 1924 in Isparta, Turkey. He was married to Nazmiye Sener. He died on 17 June 2015 in Ankara, Turkey.

Melih Altinisik was born in 1930 in Isparta, Turkey. He is a production manager and producer, known for Basmaci güzeli (1955), Uçurum (1958) and Karaoglan: Bizansli Zorba (1967).

Hüseyin Inan was born on 10 October 1964 in Isparta, Turkey. He is an actor and producer, known for Yesil kurbagalar (1960), Perisandi Gördügümde (1986) and Karanliga Dogru (1985).