Turkish drama Forbidden Fruit (Yasak Elma) has won Best Non-Spanish-Speaking Telenovela at the 2026 PRODU Awards. The award recognizes the series’ sixth season, produced by MedYapım and distributed internationally by Calinos Entertainment, at the 10th edition of the awards celebrating television productions and talent across the Ibero-American entertainment industry.
The recognition adds to the international journey of one of Türkiye’s best-known drama exports. Across its six-season run, Forbidden Fruit built an audience through its complex relationships, memorable characters and unexpected twists. Led by Şevval Sam, Eda Ece, Talat Bulut, Biran Damla Yılmaz, Nesrin Cevadzade and Barış Kılıç, the series has continued to reach viewers beyond its home market.
Why Did Forbidden Fruit Win at the 2026 PRODU Awards?
The award places Forbidden Fruit among the productions recognized by the PRODU Awards in a category dedicated to telenovelas made outside the Spanish-speaking world. Its win also highlights the continued presence of Turkish dramas in Latin America, where they have developed a strong international audience.
For Calinos Entertainment, the recognition is particularly meaningful given the series’ journey across different territories and cultures.
“We are incredibly happy to see Forbidden Fruit receive this recognition at the PRODU Awards. The series has had such a remarkable journey, connecting with audiences across different countries and cultures. Seeing it receive this award is a very special moment for all of us at Calinos Entertainment. We would like to thank MedYapım, the talented cast and crew, and everyone who has been part of this journey,” said Goryana Vasileva, Sales Manager for LATAM and Europe at Calinos Entertainment.
When Is the 2026 PRODU Awards Winners Gala?
The winners will be celebrated at the PRODU Awards Winners Gala on December 10, 2026. The ceremony will be streamed through the awards’ official websites, premiosprodu.com and produ.com.
Now marking their 10th anniversary, the PRODU Awards recognize achievements across the Ibero-American television industry, bringing international attention to productions and talent from different markets.
