Those who see Tarık Akan's grave cannot hide their astonishment.

Despite the 8 years that have passed since the death of Tarık Akan, who has become one of the unforgettable figures of Turkish cinema with the films he starred in and the characters he portrayed, his works continue to be followed with interest. In addition to the dozens of films and series he left behind, the details at the master artist's grave are also worth appreciating...

THE GRAVE IS COVERED WITH CONCRETE, THERE IS A GUTTER ON IT

The grave of the master artist, who passed away in 2016, is covered with concrete and has a sloped gutter on it. Rainwater and the water poured on the grave by visitors accumulate in this gutter. This way, birds, cats, and dogs that come to the grave can easily drink the water that collects in hot weather.

RESPONSE TO "HE WAS AN ATHEIST" ALLEGATIONS FROM HIS SON

Tarık Akan's son responded to the frequent accusations of "He was an atheist" on social media by saying, "They can call the imam of Teşvikiye Mosque and ask; he will tell them whether it was done according to the proper procedures. Everything was done according to Islamic customs, he was buried that way. In fact, I shook hands with the imam and asked if there was anything else to be done. Is it heavy to be accused of being 'godless'? Of course, it is heavy! We are a religious family, we are Muslims. We believe that religion is between God and the servant, and it should not be advertised. We think like my father. My father was not godless or an atheist. He was also among those who thought that the state and religious affairs should be separated," he stated.

WHO IS TARIK AKAN?

Tarık Akan is one of the important figures in Turkish cinema. Born on December 13, 1949, in Istanbul, his real name is Tarık Tahsin Üregül. Known for his passion and talent for cinema, Akan is an actor who portrayed many unforgettable characters during the golden age of Turkish cinema.

One of the features that makes Tarık Akan special is that he is recognized not only for his acting but also for his social sensitivity. Starting his cinematic career in the early 1970s, Akan gradually became one of the most important stars of Turkish cinema. Especially in the late 1970s and early 1980s, he reached a wide audience with the films he starred in and became one of the popular faces of Turkish cinema.

Tarık Akan's roles were generally in films that addressed social issues and individual struggles. The depth and sincerity in his acting carry a quality that can touch the audience. His performances in films such as "Selvi Boylum Al Yazmalım," "Pehlivan," "Derman," "Düşman," and "Dokunma Yanarsın" are among the unforgettable ones.

In addition to cinema, Tarık Akan is known as an artist sensitive to social events. He has actively worked on human rights and environmental issues, raised his voice, and made efforts to increase social awareness.

By becoming a classic of Turkish cinema, Tarık Akan has left a significant mark in Turkey with both his artistic and social contributions. He passed away on September 16, 2016, in Istanbul, leaving an important legacy for Turkish cinema and culture.