OGM UNIVERSE has announced the simultaneous launch of the gripping new Turkish drama series Reborn (Çarpıntı) on IVI, one of Russia’s leading streaming platforms and the Ambassador of Turkish dramas in Russia and CIS. Produced by the acclaimed OGM Pictures and originally airing on Star TV in Türkiye, the series will now be available for Russian audiences to enjoy in real time.
Reborn (Çarpıntı) is a powerful drama exploring themes of memory, identity, and the haunting echoes of the heart. The series stars Kerem Bürsin alongside Lizge Cömert, Sibel Taşçıoğlu, Deniz Çakır, and Şerif Sezer, and is directed by Burcu Alptekin, renowned for her award-winning work on Golden Boy.
The story follows Aslı Güneş (Lizge Cömert), a young woman whose life is saved through a heart transplant, but with the donor’s heart comes mysterious memories that draw her into the tragic world of Melike Alkan, the late daughter of a powerful family. As Aslı and Melike’s grieving family collide, secrets unravel, and questions of identity, grief, and belonging take center stage in a suspenseful narrative charged with emotional depth.
Ekin Karaman Koyuncu, Global Distribution & Partnership Director at OGM UNIVERSE, said: “We are thrilled to join forces with IVI, one of Russia’s premier streaming platforms, for the simulcast launch of our highly anticipated drama Reborn (Çarpıntı). This marks another significant moment as Turkish and Russian audiences will experience the story at the very same time, bridging cultures through powerful storytelling. We are confident that REBORN will captivate viewers, earn critical acclaim, and see its success echo far beyond borders.”
Ivan Grinin, VP of Content at IVI, added:
“We are excited to premiere Reborn (Çarpıntı) simultaneously with its Turkish release. The series intense storytelling and complex characters perfectly align with our commitment to bringing premium international content to Russian viewers. We believe REBORN will quickly become a favorite for its emotional depth and suspenseful narrative.”
