For Ceren Ayruk, working on Kanal D’s Daha 17 this summer has apparently come with an unexpected bonus: it sometimes feels less like work and more like a vacation.
The young actress, who plays Leyla in the Bodrum-set drama, has spoken warmly about the experience of filming during the summer months. Her comments offer a glimpse behind the scenes of one of Kanal D’s current young-skewing dramas, while also revealing how closely she has connected with her character.
Aşağı 17 is filmed in Bodrum and follows Aras, played by Çağan Efe Ak, as he searches for his missing brother and begins confronting difficult questions about family, identity and his past. The series combines family drama, friendship and romance against the distinctive backdrop of the Aegean coast. Kanal D has confirmed that Ayruk plays Leyla, while Ak leads the story as Aras.
“I’m Working While on Vacation”
Ayruk’s description of the Bodrum shoot captures the atmosphere she says surrounds the production.
Speaking about the summer schedule, the actress said she is happy to be working during the season and that filming in Bodrum makes the experience particularly enjoyable. She described the feeling of being on vacation even while working with the Daha 17 team.
That combination of location and production energy has become part of the appeal surrounding the series. Bodrum is not simply a backdrop for Daha 17; its coastal atmosphere gives the drama a distinctly summery identity.
Kanal D has previously highlighted the positive atmosphere among the cast, with the young performers developing a strong off-screen friendship while working together in Bodrum.
Ceren Ayruk Says She Loves Playing Leyla
Ayruk’s connection with Leyla appears to go beyond simply performing the role.
In an earlier interview published by Kanal D, the actress described Leyla as a girl who grew up with considerable opportunities but managed to preserve her innocence and kindness. Ayruk explained that she had grown so close to the character that she sometimes found herself thinking like Leyla.
That emotional connection is important because Leyla is not presented as a character who exists solely to support the romance. Her choices and relationships are increasingly tied to the larger mysteries developing around Aras and Teoman.
Recent episodes have also placed Leyla closer to the central mystery, giving Ayruk more dramatic material to work with. Kanal D’s recent updates show that Teoman’s search for answers has begun involving Leyla directly.
A Fun Partnership With Çağan Efe Ak
Ayruk also had plenty to say about her co-star Çağan Efe Ak, who plays Aras.
Rather than describing their working relationship in overly formal terms, she emphasized how much fun they have together. Ayruk joked about Ak’s serious appearance and said that although he can seem to have a darker or more intense side, he is actually sweet and someone the cast enjoys teasing.
Her comments suggest that the easygoing relationship between the two actors has helped create a comfortable atmosphere on set.
That chemistry is particularly relevant to Daha 17, where Aras and Leyla are among the young characters at the heart of the story. Kanal D has already noted the popularity of the Aras-Leyla pairing, with fans using the nickname “ArLey” across social media.
Social Media Attention Has Reached Ayruk Too
Despite the growing attention surrounding her performance, Ayruk says she does not spend much time reading comments about herself on social media.
There is, however, one type of message she apparently sees quite often: marriage proposals.
The actress laughed while revealing that she receives plenty of “Will you marry me?” messages from followers. It is a lighthearted detail, but it also reflects how quickly a new television role can introduce an emerging performer to a much wider audience.
Her growing visibility has been accompanied by strong interest in the Daha 17 cast, particularly among younger viewers. Kanal D has reported that the show’s young pairings have become frequent subjects of online discussion and fan-created content.
Why Daha 17 Is Building Momentum
What makes Daha 17 interesting is the way it mixes a youthful setting with more serious emotional themes. Aras’s search for his brother provides the mystery, while relationships involving Leyla, Teoman, Deniz and the wider group create additional layers.
The series premiered on Kanal D in May 2026 and is produced by Pastel Film, with Yaşar İrvül and Efe İrvül serving as producers. Emre Kabakuşak directs the series.
As the story continues, Leyla is becoming increasingly important to the unfolding drama. Ayruk’s affection for the character could therefore prove significant as the storyline moves into more complicated territory.
Final Thought
Ceren Ayruk’s comments reveal a refreshing side of Daha 17: behind the dramatic storylines and growing fan attention, the cast appears to be enjoying the experience of making the series together.
For Ayruk, Bodrum has provided an unusually attractive workplace, while Leyla has become a role she genuinely enjoys inhabiting. And with her playful comments about Çağan Efe Ak and the flood of marriage proposals she receives online, the actress seems to be taking the sudden attention with good humor.
As Daha 17 continues to explore Aras’s search for answers and Leyla’s place in the story, viewers have plenty of reasons to keep watching.
SOURCE: Hurriyet, Kanal D, IMDB
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