08.04.2026 18:02
Selçuk Yöntem's remarks on the impact of Kurtlar Vadisi on young people have sparked discussions, while Zafer Ergin's statements from years ago about leaving the same series because he found it "harmful" have started to be talked about again.
The series "Valley of the Wolves," one of the most talked-about productions in Turkish television history, continues to be a topic of discussion despite the passing years. Following the evaluations made by master actor Selçuk Yöntem regarding the series, the striking statements made by Zafer Ergin in the past have come back to the agenda.
SELÇUK YÖNTEM: IT AFFECTED YOUNG PEOPLE NEGATIVELY
Selçuk Yöntem stated that the early periods of the series brought a different perspective to the state-mafia relationship, but the fact that criminals did not receive punishment might have had a negative impact on young people.
ZAFER ERGİN: I LEFT FOR MY PRINCIPLES
Zafer Ergin, in a statement he made years ago, expressed that he left "Valley of the Wolves" for his principles with the following words:
"I left 'Valley of the Wolves' before 'Back Streets' because it was harmful, because it led to bad habits. Moreover, there were very sympathetic conditions."
“I HAVE PRINCIPLES, NOT MONEY”
Ergin also mentioned that he criticized some of his colleagues for leaving the series despite the high earnings, using the following expressions:
"Some actor friends asked, ‘Why did you leave? You’re making a fortune.’ I have my principles, my values. Television is a powerful weapon."
OLD STATEMENTS BACK ON THE AGENDA
After Selçuk Yöntem's words, Zafer Ergin's statements have started to be discussed again on social media, drawing attention to the criticisms of the two master actors towards the same series.