The industry has split in two! Famous actress Ayşe Barım's posts followed one after another.

There had been allegations in the industry that Ayşe Barım, who manages ID Communication and famous personalities, was causing monopolization. While agency actors denied the allegations, many actors who claimed their work was hindered confirmed the allegations.

Ayşe Barım, who is said to have removed those who do not submit to her from the market, had her company ID Communication issue a statement denying the claims. Although actors affiliated with the agency shared supportive messages for Ayşe Barım, some individuals spoke in a way that confirmed the allegations by sharing their experiences.

Ümit Erdim stated that although there were rumors years ago that he could not find work because he had lost weight, the reality was not as such.

"EVERYONE SHOULD PUT THEIR HAT IN FRONT OF THEM"

Melisa Sözen made a statement on her social media account confirming the allegations, saying, "No one in this industry can say there is no problem of monopolization. The imposition of the same names on producers and channels; the threats made to some actors like 'if you cast him, then you cannot get this name from us' is an unacceptable system. These power games not only manage projects but also make actors dependent on them while managing their careers. In my twenties, being psychologically weakened by being told 'get ready to play a mother' and having my self-confidence shattered by sentences like 'this producer doesn't like your energy, you wouldn't have gotten this job without me' is also included. Now everyone needs to put their hat in front of them and accept the monopolization and bullying in this industry and focus on solving the problem. Otherwise, the issue is not about gossip that does not concern us or horrendous false texts. The issue is how we use the power we have. The issue is fairness and fair working conditions. The issue is the talented actors we cannot see simply because they do not have enough power behind them," she said.

"FINDING A PLACE FOR OURSELVES HAS BECOME HARDER"

Necmi Yapıcı also expressed his reaction to the situation, saying:

"Finding a place for ourselves in the television and film industry, which revolves around a few production companies, a few casting agencies, and a few casting directors, has become much harder... The same actors are used in series, movies, digital platforms, commercials, and even commercial dubbing. These actors finish one series and start another a week later. Thousands of actors are just watching from afar. The revolving doors are heard in our ears. For example, if you want this lead role, you have to take these four actors with you. I don't know how true that is, but one thing I know is that the industry revolves around these few people. The same applies to screenwriters and directors. The same writers, the same scripts, the same directors. Talent and the actor's past and what they have done are no longer important; for example, the number of social media followers is more important. Thank goodness for theater, at least we can earn enough to live."

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