Produced by OGM Pictures and distributed by OGM Universe, “Six of Us” has quickly captured the attention of Turkish audiences, securing a leading position in the local prime-time slot. Airing every Wednesday on Star TV, the series has garnered immense popularity. Its sixth episode reached an impressive 7.16 rating in the total category, taking the first spot in overall ratings and third in the 20+ABC demographic.
The show’s widespread success reflects the profound emotional impact and the relatable of its story. One crucial part is family bonds. The central theme of “Six of Us” is the unwavering bond between siblings. They must unite, support one another, and endure countless hardships to survive. The story highlights the lengths the older siblings go to protect their younger brothers and sisters. It emphasizes how family becomes both a refuge and a source of strength in the face of tragedy. The love between Bala and Rıfat, though powerful and self-sacrificial, ultimately leads to the family’s downfall due to their lack of foresight regarding the dangers their children would face without them.
Another crucial part of “Six of Us” is the shadows of the past. The forbidden love between Bala and Rıfat and Yavuz’s obsessive pursuit of revenge play a significant role in the siblings' fate. The trauma of their parents' past directly impacts the children's present lives, making them face challenges they are ill-prepared for. This theme highlights the complexity of sacrifices made for love and how decisions made by previous generations can affect the lives of their descendants. The children must grapple with their identity, fight against a past that haunts them, and come to terms with the realization that their parents’ love, though pure, has also been a curse.
Moreover, “Six of Us” talks about growing up and taking on new responsibilities. The siblings, especially Azize, Zeliha, and Cemo, are forced to mature rapidly, taking on the roles of caregivers and protectors. This responsibility weighs heavily on them as they struggle to shield the younger children from the world's harshness. Their emotional journeys and how they cope with the challenges of protecting their family form the emotional core of the series. Azize, as the eldest, becomes the emotional pillar of the family, but even she struggles with the burden of being both a sister and a mother figure at such a young age.
The show is a quest for a new beginning. The siblings' journey to Istanbul, seeking refuge with their "Uncle Aslan," symbolizes their hope for a fresh start. This journey becomes a metaphor for rebirth, both physically and emotionally, as they try to forge new lives despite the trauma of their past. Their quest for safety also becomes a quest for self-discovery as they come to terms with who they are in this new and unfamiliar world. Finally, “Six of Us” highlights the empathy for society’s outcasts, as it challenges viewers' perspectives, inviting them to empathize with characters like Azize and Cemo, who struggle with difficult circumstances that force them down paths they never imagined.
Directed by Cem Karcı, "6 of Us" boasts an impressive cast, including Hazal Subaşı as Azize, Kaan Mirac Sezen as Cemo, Doğa Bayram as Zeliha, Ece Bağcı as Fidan, Turgut Tunçalp as Samet, and Enes Koçak as Balım. Reha Özcan also stars as "Uncle Aslan", who becomes a key figure guiding the siblings as they escape to Istanbul in search of safety.