Turkish actor Can Yaman has become a prominent figure on the international stage. Since leaving Turkey, Yaman has worked tirelessly on projects that have found a prominent place on renowned platforms. One of his recent successes is the series “Viola Come Il Mare”, whose first season is available on Netflix. The second season has achieved impressive audience figures on Canale 5 and Mediaset Infinity.
This role has led Can Yaman to be nominated for the prestigious Kinéo Awards 2024 in the Best Actor category. These awards, associated with the famous Venice Film Festival, reward the best of Italian cinema and television. In addition, Kinéo promotes awards and special initiatives in collaboration with UNESCO, the UN, and the EU, addressing contemporary issues such as human rights and environmental respect.
Can Yaman competes in this category with prominent actors from the Italian audiovisual industry, such as Alessandro Borghi and Edoardo Leo. If you are a fan of Can Yaman and wish to support him, you can vote for free on the Kinéo Awards page. Currently, Yaman leads the voting in his category. The awards ceremony will take place during the Venice Film Festival, which this year will be held from August 28 to September 7, 2024.
“Viola Come Il Mare” tells the story of Viola Vitale (played by Francesca Chillemi), a former model who returns to Palermo after a successful career in Paris to find the father she never knew. In Palermo, Viola becomes a police reporter and closely collaborates with Francesco Demir (played by Can Yaman), a chief police inspector known for his investigative skills but with a cynical view of humanity.
Together, Viola and Francesco work on homicide cases: she from journalism and he from the police. The first season left viewers in suspense with a series of mysteries and the unresolved relationship between Viola and Francesco. This suspense has generated great anticipation for the second season, which has not yet premiered in Spain.
Can Yaman’s international success and recognition in Italy showcase the growing influence of Turkish actors in the global entertainment industry. His nomination for the Kinéo Awards highlights his talent and the positive reception of his work by audiences worldwide. As he continues to captivate viewers with his performances, Can Yaman paves the way for greater diversity and representation in television and cinema.