Hazar Ergüçlü Speaks About “Dilber”: A Character That Changed Her Life
Hazar Ergüçlü has shared candid insights into the character Dilber, whom she portrays in the popular TV series İnci Taneleri, and the transformation this role has brought to her personal and professional life.
Written by Yılmaz Erdoğan, who also plays the leading role, the Kanal D series İnci Taneleri is preparing to return to the screen on Thursday evening with its new season.
“I Was Looking for a Character That Truly Resonated with Me”
Hazar Ergüçlü describes the moment Dilber entered her life as a major turning point, a time when she chose to listen to her inner voice and instincts rather than making purely strategic decisions. She emphasizes that the offer from Yılmaz Erdoğan was a decisive factor for her.
“A Well-Written Script Is a Rare Opportunity for an Actor”
Ergüçlü highlights the importance of the script in shaping Dilber into such a powerful character. She says:
It was a script I read without ever stopping or feeling uncertain at any point.
Praising Yılmaz Erdoğan’s writing, she underlines that working with such a strong text is a rare and valuable opportunity for any actor.
“I Loved Dancing, but Dilber Was Something Else”
Ergüçlü’s dance performances in the series created a major impact. She explains that she underwent professional dance training to prepare for the role, working with online resources and choreographer Elif Erol to shape Dilber’s body language on stage.
She also stresses that dancing is far more physically demanding than it appears, drawing attention to the intense physical burden carried by pavyon workers.
“I Knew I Had Strong Feminine Energy”
Describing her everyday style as simple and sporty, Ergüçlü says that Dilber allowed her to express her feminine side more openly. She admits that she had previously avoided showing this aspect of herself and adds:
Maybe now is the right time.
“Dilber Is Real, Just Like Us”
According to Hazar Ergüçlü, the audience’s strong connection to Dilber comes from her authenticity and humanity. She explains that Dilber makes mistakes, cannot lie, and often messes things up — flaws that make her feel real and relatable.
“A Scattered Dilber Is on the Way”
Offering clues about the new season, Ergüçlü reveals that the absence of Azem will create a deep void in Dilber’s life. She warns:
An unanchored Dilber can be dangerous.
She notes that Dilber will appear more unstable, scattered, and open to surprises in the upcoming season.
“Working with Yılmaz Erdoğan Is Like Being at School”
Speaking to Hakan Gence, Ergüçlü describes sharing the same set with Yılmaz Erdoğan as an invaluable learning experience, comparing him — both as an actor and director — to a living school of acting.
The third season of İnci Taneleri, written by Yılmaz Erdoğan, will air on Thursday, January 29 on Kanal D.
