‘Valley of Hearts’ Finds a New Beat as ‘Love Me’ in Greece – Exclusive Interviews with The Cast & The Director

Oben Budak
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From Türkiye’s powerhouse prodco Tims&B Productions and led by renowned producers Timur Savcı and Burak Sağyaşar, Valley of Hearts, a drama that has captivated audiences worldwide, is now set for an exciting new chapter. This beloved story, known for its intricate plot and stunning visuals, is poised to receive a highly anticipated Greek remake, premiering on October 6th.

Irine Aggelopoulou ve Stefani Kapetanidi

Photos: George Panigyropoulos

Premiering on Show TV in Türkiye in mid-September in 2024, the original Valley of Hearts quickly established itself as one of the most-watched dramas of the season, a testament to its compelling narrative. Distributed globally by Inter Medya, the series made its worldwide launch at MIPCOM 2024.

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In May 2025, the series made a successful debut in Italy as La Notte nel Cuore on Canale 5. And week after week, the series has consistently held its place as one of the country’s most-watched prime-time programs. Its journey through Latin America started in Panama as Corazón Negro and continued with sales to Ecuador and Honduras. In July 2025, the drama debuted in Chile and instantly became the most-watched program in its category, boasting an impressive average of 701,238 viewers per minute.

With its universal appeal and strong storytelling, Valley of Hearts has been sold in more than 40 countries, reaching territories such as Eastern and Southern Europe, MENA, Russia & CIS, South Africa, and Latin America.

Stathis Stamoulakatos and Elisavet Moutafi

To see the Greek adaptation up close, we visited the beautifully green and peaceful Athens suburb of Kifisia. From the moment we stepped onto the set, the warmth of the cast and crew was evident. The atmosphere combined professional focus with genuine hospitality, reflecting both the scale of the production and the close collaboration within the team.

Alexandros Piechowiak

Premiering on October 6 on Greece’s Alpha TV as Na M’Agapas (Love Me), the series follows abandoned twins who, years later, set out to find their mother and confront long-buried family secrets. For us, the visit offered more than just a glimpse behind the scenes, it was a strong reminder of how deeply the two cultures remain connected, how stories can unite us across languages, and how the heartbeat of both shores continues to echo as one.

Now, it’s time to hear from the talented actors bringing this story to life.

Click here to read the interview with Stathis Stamoulakatos – Theofilos (Samet) and Mihail Tampakakis – Orfeas (Cihan).

Click here to read the interview with Irine Aggelopoulou– Foteini (Melek) and Stefani Kapetanidi – Zoe (Sumru).

Click here to read the interview with Elisavet Moutafi– Sofia (Hikmet).

Click here to read the interview with Alexandros Piechowiak-Haris (Esat).

Click here to read the interview with Marilia Mitrousi-Evita (Harika).

Click here to read the interview with Mania Papadimitriou– Nikaiti (Nihayet).

Click here to read the interview with Alina Kotsovoulou-Haroula (Enise), Adrianna Andreovitch-Styliani (Canan), and Giorgos Triantafillidis-Makis (Bünyamin).

Click here to read the interview with the director Giorgos Papavassiliou.

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