06.06.2026 12:30
Sad news came from Mustafa Balkan, the father of actor Alp Balkan, who passed away on May 12. Mustafa Balkan, who wept hugging his son's coffin at his funeral, could not bear the pain of losing his child any longer. Mustafa Balkan died just 24 days after his son's passing.
Actor Alp Balkan, who was remembered for his role as "Eczacı Bahadır" in the beloved Turkish TV series "Mahallenin Muhtarları," passed away. Following his death, another sad news arrived. The actor, who died on May 12th, lost his father Mustafa Balkan 24 days after his son's death.
The sad news was announced by the Film-San Foundation. The statement said, "It has been exactly 24 days since we lost our actor friend Alp Balkan. Unfortunately, we have also lost his father, Mustafa Amca. May God rest his soul. May his paradise be beautiful."
HE DID NOT LEAVE HIS SON'S COFFIN
At the funeral ceremony held weeks ago, Mustafa Balkan, who came to the mosque in a wheelchair, never left his son's coffin.
The grieving father shed tears while hugging Alp Balkan's coffin, deeply affecting those present at the ceremony.
HIS FINAL JOURNEY TODAY
Mustafa Balkan's funeral will be held today after the noon prayer at Bakırköy Yenimahalle Mosque, followed by burial at Büyükçekmece New Cemetery.
WHO IS ALP BALKAN?
Alp Balkan, born on January 1, 1970, was best known for his role as "Eczacı Bahadır" in the long-running series "Mahallenin Muhtarları."
Throughout his acting career, Balkan also appeared in productions such as "Yusuf Yüzlü," "Belalı Baldız," and "Davetsiz Misafir." He was also active in the art world as a musician. Having served as a vocalist for many famous names, he also undertook the role of theater jury member within the Film-San Foundation.
SECOND LOSS GRIEVES THE ART COMMUNITY
The news of Mustafa Balkan's death, following Alp Balkan's passing, caused great sorrow in the art community and among close acquaintances. The successive deaths of father and son deeply affected their loved ones.