15.08.2025 21:25
Müslüm Tunç, a 38-year-old truck driver in Van, changed his name from "Saim" to "Müslüm" six months ago due to his resemblance to the late artist Müslüm Gürses. Tunç, who resembles Gürses with his hair, clothing, voice, and lifestyle, receives a lot of attention wherever he goes and is known as "Vanlı Müslüm."
38-year-old Müslüm Tunç, who works as a truck driver in Van, surprises those who see him with his resemblance to the legendary arabesque music figure, the late Müslüm Gürses. Living in the Kıratlı neighborhood of the İpekyolu district, Tunç, a father of three, resembles the famous artist in everything from his hair to his clothing, voice, and lifestyle.
HE CHANGED HIS NAME FROM "SAİM" 6 MONTHS AGO
Tunç, whose real name is "Saim," officially changed his name to "Müslüm" 6 months ago due to his resemblance to Gürses. Known as "Vanlı Müslüm" and "Müslüm Baba" in his surroundings, Tunç listens to Gürses's songs and sings along during his daily life and long journeys. The truck driver, who receives intense interest wherever he goes, does not turn away those who want to take photos with him.
"I LOVE MÜSLÜM BABA VERY MUCH"
Speaking to reporters, Tunç said, "I have had this resemblance since my childhood, and it has increased as I got older. Everyone addressed me by his name, so I made the name change for that reason. I love Müslüm Baba very much. He was a very beloved and valuable artist."
"RESEMBLING IS A PRIVILEGE"
Stating that Gürses is the only artist he listens to, Tunç said, "May Allah have mercy on him, may his place be paradise. Those who see me for the first time are surprised and respond with love. I always listen to his songs on long journeys. Many people around want me to sing. My voice is not as beautiful as Müslüm Baba's, but I sing along as much as I can. I am very happy about the resemblance. Resembling Müslüm Gürses is a privilege. I send my love to all Müslüm Baba fans from here."