July 8, 2020 (2020-07-08) – September 8, 2021 (2021-09-08)
Sen Çal Kapımı (known internationally as Love Is in the Air)[1][2] is a Turkish romantic comedy television series starring Hande Erçel and Kerem Bürsin. It aired on Fox from July 8, 2020[3] to September 8, 2021.
Summary
Season One
After Eda Yıldız's parents die in an accident, she is adopted by her aunt and works in her aunt's flower shop. Eda's degree in Landscape Architecture is cut short because her scholarship from the renowned architecture firm Art Life, led by Serkan Bolat, is withdrawn.
Eda's dream is to fly to Italy to complete her Landscape Architecture studies. Her long-distance boyfriend Cenk lives in Italy, and he delays meeting her in person. Eda meets Serkan Bolat at a graduation ceremony of her friends and handcuffs herself to him in anger. Serkin proposes a fake engagement with Eda so he can win his ex-girlfriend Selin back. He proposes that she will pretend to be his fiancée for two months, and in return he will pay for her food, education, and housing in Italy. Eda initially rejects the offer, but her boyfriend leaves her for an Italian girl. In response, Eda kisses Serkan at a press conference. Eda accepts the offer with some changes: she will pretend to be his fiancée for two months, but to reimburse her for her lost scholarship, he will give her a job at his firm. Serkan hires her as his personal assistant, and he announces his fake engagement with Eda at work.
Eda and Serkan fall in love as Eda helps Serkan's mother overcome the trauma of Serkan's brother's death. When Eda decides to leave Italy to pursue her further studies elsewhere, Serkan proposes to Eda for real this time, and she accepts.
On their wedding day, Serkan must go to Italy for an important meeting, and he gets in a plane crash. He loses his memory and can't remember anything about his year with Eda. In order to get Serkan's memory back, Eda tries recreating previous situations they have been in, but it doesn't work. Eda pretends to be engaged to another man, Deniz, and Serkan still doesn't remember. This continues until the wedding ceremony, and Serkan bursts in as Eda says "Yes" to Deniz. He remembers.
At the end of the season, Eda discovers Serkan's medical documents that say he has cancer.
Season Two
Serkan Bolat and Eda Yıldız go through tough times during Serkan's cancer treatment. Serkan becomes obsessed with his disease and a completely different man after surviving, arouses a fear of emotional attachment. He delays his marriage to Eda multiple times and completely refuses any idea of becoming a father. Serkan returns to focus only on his work, which gradually separates him from Eda. She goes to Italy to complete her studies, while Serkan continues with his life. But when they finally meet again after 5 long years, life has a surprise for both of them. Eda has a daughter named Kiraz. Serkan meets her when he attends Piril's meeting and is stopped in the way by Kiraz. He drops Kiraz home and meets with Eda. He has lunch with Eda and they both discuss their lives. Eda doesn't want Serkan to know that Kiraz is his daughter and lies that she is Melo and Burak's daughter. She asks Piril initially not to tell Serkan that Kiraz is Serkan's daughter, but Eda later reveals the truth to Serkan, and they get married. Eda gets pregnant and gives birth to their son.
Episodes
Season
Episodes
Originally aired
First aired
Last aired
1
39
July 8, 2020 (2020-07-08)
April 17, 2021 (2021-04-17)
2
13
June 9, 2021 (2021-06-09)
September 8, 2021 (2021-09-08)
No. overall
No. in series
Title
Directed by
Written by
Original air date
1
1
"Chapter 1"
Ender Mihlar & Yusuf Pirhasan
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
8 July 2020 (2020-07-08)
Eda Yıldız, a young and passionate florist who lost her scholarship during her last year of university due to Serkan Bolat, a wealthy and successful businessman who is also an architect at Art Life. Eda despises Serkan for his role in her lost scholarship and blames him for her current financial situation. While attending a graduation ceremony, Eda attempts to seek revenge on Serkan by vandalizing his car. However, their encounter takes an unexpected turn when she handcuff them together and are forced to spend the rest of the day stuck together.
The next day, Eda finds herself working as a flight attendant on a private jet that Serkan is traveling on. When she becomes claustrophobic, Serkan helps her out and they become closer. However, their closeness raises eyebrows, especially when Serkan introduces Eda as his girlfriend at his ex-girlfriend's engagement party.
As rumors of their supposed relationship start to spread, Serkan offers Eda a deal to pretend to be his girlfriend for two months in exchange for her scholarship. Eda refuses the offer, but when her boyfriend, Jenk, breaks up with her, in a moment of desperation, Eda kisses Serkan, causing even more confusion and drama.
2
2
"Chapter 2"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
15 July 2020 (2020-07-15)
During a critical press conference about an international investment, Eda unexpectedly kissed Serkan, causing a major disruption. Now, Serkan must save face and restore his reputation, while Eda is left to fix the mistake she made. They come up with a plan to pretend to be engaged for two months, with Serkan hoping to make his ex-girlfriend Celine jealous and Eda taking a job as Serkan's assistant.
However, Eda must convince everyone that the man she despised is now her fiancé. To make matters more complicated, Serkan announces his engagement party to prevent a client from leaving town. Meanwhile, Eda meets Kaan Karadağ, Serkan's business rival, and he invites himself to the engagement party.
As the engagement party approaches, the question remains: will their plan succeed, or will it only bring them closer? Will Eda be able to maintain her facade as Serkan's fiancé, or will their arrangement unravel in the face of unexpected challenges?
3
3
"Chapter 3"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
22 July 2020 (2020-07-22)
The news of Serkan Bolat and Eda Yildiz's engagement spreads like wildfire throughout society. Everyone is curious about Eda's background, her education, and her profession, causing her to feel overwhelmed and scrutinized. Despite this, Serkan begins to see Eda in a different light and tries to break the ice between them. However, at the same time, he also wants her to keep her distance.
Meanwhile, Kaan Karadag (played by Alican Aytekin), who is determined to ruin Serkan befriends Melo and takes her to a restaurant, where she notices Serkan and his ex-girlfriend Celin . This encounter makes Melo doubt the sincerity of Serkan's feelings for Eda.
Back at the office, Eda is bombarded with calls from her crying Melo, Aidan, and even Celin. But what exactly caused Eda to faint?
4
4
"Chapter 4"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
22 July 2020 (2020-07-22)
Eda is overwhelmed with stress after receiving a series of bad news and falls asleep in Serkan's arms. But their fake engagement is facing a serious problem as Eda accidentally told Serkan's ex-girlfriend, Selin, that they are living together. Selin and Ferit, plan to visit them at home, and Eda and Serkan have to scramble to prepare for their arrival. However, they face an unexpected obstacle as they do not have a house to show them.
As the clock ticks down, Serkan and Eda manage the finish all the preparations. Meanwhile, Eda's friends catch Selin and Serkan together and are convinced that there is something going on between them. Despite Eda's attempts to reassure them, her friends' suspicions make her feel even more stressed and anxious.
As the day of Selin and Ferit's visit approaches, Eda tries to do everything in her power to host them as best she can. However, she receives some unexpected news from an unexpected source that pushes her to the brink of her patience. In the end, things spiral out of control, and their secret is at stake.
5
5
"Chapter 5"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
22 July 2020 (2020-07-22)
Eda , Serkan , Celin , Ferit , Engin , and Peryl travel to Antalya to finalize an important contract. However, the two investors who need to sign the contract are in the midst of a divorce and do not want to be in the same room together. Eda and Serkan work hard to convince them to sign, failing to realize how much the investors' mirror them.
As they explore the city at night, Eda and Serkan share some magical moments together, deepening their connection. However, their happiness is short-lived as news of Eda's engagement contract is leaked to the press, but with false information.
As Eda tries to fix everything, she faces the harsh reality of being in the public eye and the consequences of her fake engagement with Serkan. Will she be able to salvage her reputation and keep up the charade, or will this leak be the end of her engagement contract?
6
6
"Chapter 6"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
19 August 2020 (2020-08-19)
Eda and Serkan's relationship takes a turn as they return home from their ordeal with the paparazzi. Things become even more complicated when Serkan goes missing the next day, and only Celin knows his whereabouts. Eda is left to wonder what is going on.
Meanwhile, an old client of Art Life presents Eda with an unusual request that seems almost impossible. Despite the odds, she agrees to take on the task, but when Serkan finds out, he becomes angry and the office becomes divided with Serkan and Eda on opposite sides.
Despite their differences, the night ends with a sweet surprise when Eda and Serkan end up in bed together. Has Serkan started to feel something more for Eda?
As the tension between Eda and Serkan continues to build, it remains to be seen what will happen next. Will their relationship continue to evolve, and will he reveal about his disappearance?
7
7
"Chapter 7"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
26 August 2020 (2020-08-26)
Serkan opens up to Eda and reveals a special secret to her. The following day is Serkan's birthday, according to rumors he will celebrate it with Celin. Eda wants to celebrate with him, but when Serkan asks her to make a bouquet for Celin instead, she feels disappointed.
Meanwhile, Serkan has some designs that need to be patented, and Eda takes on the task to avoid being around him. However, when Melo brings Kaan to Eda's home and he sees the file, he takes pictures, setting the stage for a potential conflict.
Despite having dinner with Celin, Serkan misses Eda and ends up spending his birthday with her. As they enjoy happy days as friends, Kaan is planning something that could change everything.
With tensions rising and secrets being revealed, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Eda and Serkan. Will their friendship turn into something more, or will outside forces keep them apart?
8
8
"Chapter 8"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
2 September 2020 (2020-09-02)
Serkan is devastated to find out that his designs have been leaked and he immediately blames Eda for it. Eda, feeling hurt and betrayed by Serkan's accusation, promises to find proof of her innocence and declares that Serkan will never see her face again.
Eda is determined to clear her name and find evidence of who actually leaked the designs. However, she is called to the office since she has the power of attorney for the designs and needs to sign them back to the company. She tries to avoid Serkan but eventually meets him at the office.
Meanwhile, Kaan meets Melo and her friends at their house for dinner. They later find out that Kaan was the one who stole the designs when he and Melo came to her house earlier. Melo and Fifi trick him and gather all the proof they need.
In addition, Ferit and Celin's relationship begins to crumble when she lies to him about her whereabouts. Ferit also reveals to Eda that he was responsible for the engagement contract leak.
The next day, Eda hands Serkan the proof of her innocence, but their relationship remains strained. Despite this, Serkan is still drawn to Eda and realizes that he cant let her go yet. The question remains whether Eda will forgive him and they can rebuild their relationship or if she will leave Serkan forever.
9
9
"Chapter 9"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
9 September 2020 (2020-09-09)
Eda gives the engagement ring back to Serkan and decides to vanish from his life forever. Serkan, determined to apologize, searches for her relentlessly until he finally finds her. However, Eda refuses to see him until Serkan decides to handcuff them together. While at Serkan's mountain house, Eda releases her pent-up anger at him, and despite his numerous apologies, she remains unforgiving. Eventually, they discuss their issues and end up sharing a bed when they become stranded due to the rain.
After returning home, Eda agrees to continue pretending to be Serkan's fiancé until the contract ends.
Later, Seifi informs Serkan that Eda helped Aydin leave the house for the first time in years.
As Eda returns to the office, Serkan returns the ring to her, and Celin walks in with surprising news. What could it be? And is Serkan developing feelings for Eda as they continue to navigate their complex relationship?
10
10
"Chapter 10"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
9 September 2020 (2020-09-09)
Eda gives the engagement ring back to Serkan and decides to vanish from his life forever. Serkan, determined to apologize, searches for her relentlessly until he finally finds her. However, Eda refuses to see him until Serkan decides to handcuff them together. While at Serkan's mountain house, Eda releases her pent-up anger at him, and despite his numerous apologies, she remains unforgiving. Eventually, they discuss their issues and end up sharing a bed when they become stranded due to the rain.
After returning home, Eda agrees to continue pretending to be Serkan's fiancé until the contract ends.
Later, Seifi informs Serkan that Eda helped Aydin leave the house for the first time in years.
As Eda returns to the office, Serkan returns the ring to her, and Celin walks in with surprising news. What could it be? And is Serkan developing feelings for Eda as they continue to navigate their complex relationship?
11
11
"Chapter 11"
Altan Dönmez
Ayse Kutlu, Yesim Citak & Dilek Iyigün
16 September 2020 (2020-09-16)
Selin expresses her willingness to leave Ferit for Serkan, saying, "I'll leave Ferit if there's any hope for us to be together," which Eda overhears. While Eda is convinced that Serkan will agree, Serkan believes Eda no longer wants him. As a result, Eda decides to separate herself from Serkan and begins the process of rebuilding her life, including reapplying for scholarships.[4]
Cast
Main characters
Eda Yıldız (episodes 1–52), played by Hande Erçel.
A dreamer who is passionate about flowers, Eda lives with the pain of the premature loss of her parents. She has a bitter enemy: Serkan Bolat. In fact, he canceled her scholarship, preventing her from graduating as a landscape architect and studying in Italy. That's why she works in her aunt's flower shop, who raised her and who treated her like her own daughter. They both share a home with Eda's childhood friend, Melo.
Serkan Bolat (episodes 1–52), played by Kerem Bürsin.
Hypochondriac, obsessive, cold and workaholic, Serkan Bolat is a wealthy internationally renowned architect, owner of Art Life, intent on preventing the marriage of his ex-girlfriend, Selin. To do this he proposes to Eda to pretend to be his girlfriend for two months: once the contract has expired, he will pay her back her scholarship
Secondary characters
Engin Sezgin (episodes 1-52), played by Anil Ilter. He is Serkan's best friend and Piril's husband. He has a son Can.
Piril Baytekin (episodes 1–52), played by Başak Gümülcinelioğlu. One of Serkan's friends. She later becomes close to Eda as well. She is happily married to Engin Sezgin and has a son. She is a fine architect and has a nature quite similar to that of Serkan.
Melek Yucel / Melo (episodes 1–52) played by Elçin Afacan. She is one of Eda's close friends as well as housemate and they both have spent their childhood together. She is a dreamer and generally funny. Her dream is to find true love.
Ceren Bașar (episodes 1–37) played by Melisa Döngel. One of Eda's friends. She grows up in a rich lawyer family and is forced to become a lawyer too, however, her dream is to become a shoe designer. She is a fashion icon. Ceren dates Selin's ex-fiancé, eventually marrying him and becoming pregnant.
Figen Yildirim / Fifi (episodes 1-28), played by M. Sitare Akbas. She is one of Eda's friends.
Selin Atakan (episodes 1–22, 29–38), played by Bige Önal. Serkan's former girlfriend and childhood friend, she is the PR of the company and his partner in the family business built by their fathers. She is Eda's main antagonist.
Ferit Simsek (episodes 1-39), played by Cagri Citanak. Selin's former fiancé. He is originally the reason for Eda and Serkan's fake engagement as Serkan did not trust Ferit. After his breakup with Selin, he has a relationship with Ceren.
Leyla Haktan (episodes 1-39) played by Ilkyaz Arslan. She is Serkan's assistant.
Erdem Sangay (episodes 1-52), played by Sarp Bozkurt. He is Engin's assistant.
Deniz Saraçhan (episodes 29–37), played by Sarp Can Köroğlu. He's been friends with Eda since elementary school. He initially helps her in her romance with Serkan but is secretly in love with her.
Alexander Zucco (episodes 24–27, 29–34), played by Hakan Karahan.
Semiha Yıldırım (episodes 23–28), played by Ayşegül İşsever. She is Eda's grandmother on the paternal side. Extremely rich, she has always frowned upon Eda's parents' marriage and does not appreciate her bond with Serkan Bolat.
Tahir (episodes 23–28), played by Buğrahan Çayır.
Balça Koçak (episodes 22–28), played by İlayda Çevik. She will briefly be the PR of Serkan's company and Eda's opponent.
Prens Seymen (episodes 25–26), played by Mert Öcal.
Efe Akman (episodes 13–21), played by Ali Ersan Duru. He is a highly rated architect abroad who will be a partner in Serkan's company for a short time.
Kaan Karadağ (episodes 1–10), played by İsmail Ege Şaşmaz. He is an old college friend of Serkan but now he hates him deeply and is always competing with him. He is Ferit's best friend.
Kiraz (episodes 40–52), played by Maya Başol. She is the daughter of Serkan and Eda.
Burak Balcı (episodes 40–52), played by Sinan Helvacı. A close friend of Eda who is secretly platonically in love with her, gets along really well with Kiraz.
Ayfer Yildiz (episode1-52), played by Evrim Dogan. She is the aunt of Eda.
Aidan Bolat (episode 1-52), played by Neslihan Yeldan. She is the mother of Serkan.
Seifi (episode 1-52), played by Alican Aytekin. He is the important person in Bolat Family.
Kemal Ozcan (episode 34-52) ,played by Sinan Albayrak .He was Aidan's first love. He returns to reunite with his long lost love.
Reception
The series debuted in the summer of 2021 in Italy, in daytime on Canale 5, with good success.[5][6] In September 2021, it was confirmed that the second season would air on Canale 5.[7][8]
In Spain, the series initially aired on Telecinco. After initially producing views below expectations, it was moved to Divinity, where it aired in the afternoon, standing out and enjoying great success, becoming an unexpected "summery talisman" in the 2021 summer.[9][10] In September 2021, during the broadcast of the series finale, Love Is in the Air's episode became the most tweeted in history, beating the previous record of 7.8 million tweets set by Game of Thrones' The Long Night.[2]