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OGM Pictures and Grupo Ganga forge strategic co-pro Alliance

Ekin Koyuncu, global distribution & partnership director

As part of its international strategy, OGM Pictures has entered into a development agreement with Spanish production company Grupo Ganga to collaborate on premium scripted projects across Turkey and Spain. The partnership will initially focus on building a shared slate of series intended for both linear broadcasters and global streaming platforms as co-productions.

The joint venture will encompass the creation of original content tailored for international audiences, alongside the adaptation of existing formats from the catalogs of both companies. The collaboration is designed to merge the production approaches and narrative traditions of the Turkish and Spanish markets, aiming to develop culturally specific projects with global scalability. For the company, the agreement follows the recent launch of its international division as the company seeks to expand its global footprint through targeted creative alliances.

Executive leadership from both companies emphasized the operational and creative scale of the partnership. Onur Güvenatam, founder and producer of OGM Pictures, noted that combining different storytelling traditions presents new opportunities for layered narratives that can travel internationally while maintaining local authenticity. Miguel Angel Bernardeau, founder and general manager of Grupo Ganga, described the union as ‘a multiplication of creative capacity’ that allow the companies to tackle larger-scale projects with increased international complexity.

Santiago Gimeno, CEO of Squirrel Studios—the parent group of Grupo Ganga—reinforced the strategic value of the deal, citing Ganga’s established track record in Europe as a strong foundation for the collaboration with OGM Pictures’ production standards. Addressing the broader global strategy, Berna Levin, head of international production at OGM Pictures, and Esther Sánchez, head of international strategy at Grupo Ganga, both highlighted that the core objective is to build a slate of impactful stories that leverage the creative visions of both entities to reach a worldwide audience while remaining rooted in their local identities.

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REBORN (ÇARPINTI)

Drama / In Production

Aslı, a young woman who has lived her entire life battling illness, receives a heart transplant after nearly dying. The heart belonged to Melike, the daughter of a powerful Istanbul family. Drawn into their world, Aslı becomes entangled in tensions, forbidden love, and secrets that connect and divide two families torn by guilt and grief. A powerful story of identity, fate, and rebirth.

THE FALL OF THE KING (KRAL KAYBEDERSE)

Drama / In Production

Adapted from Gülseren Budayıcıoğlu’s bestselling novel, The Fall of the King explores the hidden pain behind a life of power and perfection. Kenan Baran, a charismatic businessman known as “The King,” seems to have it all—until his infidelities shatter his marriage and his empire begins to collapse. As his wife Handan reclaims her strength and a young woman named Fadi enters his world, Kenan faces betrayal, loss, and the true cost of his own downfall.

Six of US

OGM Pictures – Drama

Six of Us»is an emotional and gripping drama about six siblings who lose their parents in a tragic night and must rely on each other to survive. Fleeing from their past in a small village, they embark on a perilous journey to Istanbul, where the harsh realities of the city test their strength and unity. The story revolves around their parents’ epic, forbidden love, which leads to their tragic fate. It’s a tale of resilience, family bonds, and the fight to stay together against all odds.

Shahrarazad: Tears of Istanbul

Romantic Drama / Modern Historical – 60–70 min per episode / In development*

Inspired by the spirit of One Thousand and One Nights, this series offers a contemporary reimagining of the legendary storyteller, set in Istanbul. Shahrarazad fights for her freedom and identity through the transformative power of storytelling.

DILEMMA

Drama, Thriller – 8×45

Dilemma is a gripping drama about Neslihan Turhan, a renowned journalist known for her honesty, who faces the most difficult choice of her life when her son is accused of murder. Torn between her dedication to the truth and her instinct to protect her child, Neslihan’s values are tested as her world unravels. Will she risk everything, even her son’s freedom, to pursue justice? This emotionally charged series explores the limits of morality, truth, and motherhood in the face of unimaginable conflict.

THE TAILOR

Drama – 3 Seasons; 23×45’’

The Tailor is a compelling drama set in the heart of Istanbul, following Peyami, a famous tailor, as he begins to craft a wedding dress for his childhood friend’s fiancée, Esvet. Unbeknownst to him, Esvet’s life is tangled in dark secrets that threaten to unravel everything. As hidden truths emerge, Peyami is drawn into a complex web of love, betrayal, and past traumas that will challenge his relationships and reshape their futures. This series explores the delicate balance between loyalty, truthfulness, and redemption.

LOST IN LOVE

Drama – 77×45″

Mete and Naz, from affluent families, are bound by a childhood promise. Mete returns from studying abroad to fulfill his promise to marry Naz. However, fate intervenes when he meets İncila, Naz’s loyal servant. Both Mete and İncila carry emotional scars, and their unexpected connection complicates Mete’s feelings. Amidst family rivalries and secrets, the story delves into love, trust, and competition.

MIRACLE OF LOVE

Drama – 38×45”

Ali Tahir, a commander in the 1921 Battle of Sakarya, made a costly mistake but was resurrected by the «Water of Life» and ceased advancing years later. Now as Kemal in 2023, he meets Harika. Will she hold the answers to his mysterious, never-ending life?

STICKMAN

Drama – 88×45”

Tamer, facing early challenges, turned adversity into a game, excelling academically to become a successful game developer. His marriage to Berrin and a $300 million game success reunited his family, including estranged parents Aysel and Bülent. Peri, a private bank manager with a traumatic past, found solace in Tamer after a heartbreaking betrayal, bonding over shared pain.

BROKEN DESTINY

Drama – 121×45”

After five years in a coma, Toprak wakes up with amnesia, unaware of his family or fiancée, Aydan. Urged by his mother, he marries Aydan. Meanwhile, Fidan, who lost her family, works to pay off debts. When Toprak enters her life, resembling her late husband, they discover a connection. Toprak becomes a nanny to Fidan’s son, Burak, as they unravel a mysterious past.

OGM UNIVERSE

OGM UNIVERSE, powered by OGM Pictures, was established in 2022 to centralize and distribute top Turkish drama series globally. Through partnerships and collaborations, it aims to connect with international buyers, offering a diverse portfolio of Turkish content. Expanding into new markets is one of the company’s goals, as well as collaborating and co-producing with global partners in the future. With this move, the company is strengthening global ties, fostering direct relationships, and positioning itself as the world’s go-to source for Turkish drama.