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When Handan was a child, her father adopted an orphan named Cevat. However, her father died in an accident shortly thereafter. Orhan, Handan's older brother, who could never accept Cevat, saw this situation as an opportunity. He put Cevat to work as a laborer on his farm. He also sent Handan abroad to study for a while. Handan and Cevat, who had grown up together, realized during this time apart that they were in love with each other. However, Orhan would try to prevent this love.
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When Handan was a child, her father adopted an orphan named Cevat. However, her father died in an accident shortly thereafter. Orhan, Handan's older brother, who could never accept Cevat, saw this situation as an opportunity. He put Cevat to work as a laborer on his farm. He also sent Handan abroad to study for a while. Handan and Cevat, who had grown up together, realized during this time apart that they were in love with each other. However, Orhan would try to prevent this love.
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Genre:Romance, Drama
Written By:İlhan Engin, Özdemir Birsel, Nejat Saydam
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Studio:Birsel Film, Ören Film
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