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It's obvious the kurds will be upset and will give a low rating because the fact is Salahuddin Ayyubi was a kurdish hailed from a kurdish family. Raised by Nur ud din Zengi RA. The music I can agree with its a let down.. alparsalan layer down the benchmark for the music, the show even though is created by The same creators. I also believe even though I have not been the region where it filmed shows far too much greenery where I believe should be more sand mountains than anything. NO SHOW will ever capture u like Ertugrul did.. but still in these time of need to muster up courage. Still a decent watch.
The actors of the show are well chosen, sets are great, but the downside is the background music. The character of Selahaddin is supposed to be a very strong one, which the actor is ,no doubt, but the background music is so weak that it overshadows the main character .It is loud, very shrill that it hurts the ears. If you can make the music more strong, grand it will greatly help the show. Its music is similar to that of Hyrredin ( another Turkish show) which was very annoying. If someone directly linked to the show, Selahaddin, is reading this review and is able to make this change it will greatly improve its ratings.
- chandkhurshid
- Nov 14, 2023
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I've been binge watching a lot of shows lately. American, British and Turkish. I have never been as glued as I am right now with this show. Keep in mind the episodes are long and yet I'm glued. This beats any Hollywood show I have ever seen. It's a masterpiece. Most tv shows I have seen usually start slow and have a climax then die down again. This show is different. It starts hot right out of the gates. You don't have to wait episode after episode for the story to unfold. Keeps you glued and intuned from the first moment. The cinemagraphy is amazing. The main lead is amazing. This is the first time I watch a show that feels complete.
- youssefshaherk
- Nov 24, 2023
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- alexanderfrancislee
- Dec 25, 2023
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Well well after a long wait of 2 years, it's finally here and it did not disappoint! From the spectacular scenes and Arab vibe, to the great cast, everything is spot on! The BGM is also great. I just hope they can add better ones. But overall it's great and I believe it can eventually compete with series such KO and UBS. For those who are complaining that they didn't refer the character as Kurdish are just hating for no reason. Just watch the series and enjoy it! There is a few fictional scenes but that's common among all series to contain suspense. Overall it's great so far and I hope they can do even better!
- chowdhurysabiq
- Nov 26, 2023
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This "whatever it is serie" plunges viewers into a world where historical accuracy goes to die and fantasy reigns supreme. From atrocious acting to abysmal directing, this series is a masterclass in how not to create compelling historical drama.
Traveling a distance of 300-400 miles on horses in just few hours sounds ridiculous.
The events are like an endless loop, sounds like a nightmare, no creativity at all.
Crusaders are nothing more than a punching bag where you could breach into a mighty city defenses and walls with no sieges, just 3 men like you moving around your living room.
Stop using "Great historical figures" as a franchise.
Traveling a distance of 300-400 miles on horses in just few hours sounds ridiculous.
The events are like an endless loop, sounds like a nightmare, no creativity at all.
Crusaders are nothing more than a punching bag where you could breach into a mighty city defenses and walls with no sieges, just 3 men like you moving around your living room.
Stop using "Great historical figures" as a franchise.
- achrefafli-96018
- Apr 18, 2024
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No doubt Salahudin Ayyubi is a great historical figure who lived a great life and even his enemies admired him but this show is clearly not a representation of that. It is a very small scale production with poor visual effects and a lack luster repetitive story line which has no depth. What covers most of the episodes is a hand full men chasing each other and fighting in the same locations even the sets are not that good and more importantly it is not even historically accurate. How can you justify 10 to 20 people conquering cities and a sultan who has 20 soldiers who guard the defenses of Damascus. Another thing is that most of the main characters are shown to wear no caps to cover their heads, however this was a necessity in the old times specially in the people of that region. In fact even the Sultan Nurredin has been shown not wearing his crown for more then a dozen episodes. There is no detailing and the characters have been shown wearing the same dresses for almost the whole season.
All of this show highlights the small scale and the small budget of this series. Instead watching this it is better to read a book to learn the legacy of Sultan Selahudin Ayuubi rather than watching this fictional disgrace.
All of this show highlights the small scale and the small budget of this series. Instead watching this it is better to read a book to learn the legacy of Sultan Selahudin Ayuubi rather than watching this fictional disgrace.
- thesmartestman
- Jul 26, 2024
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It is a known fact that Saladin or Salah Ud Din Ayyubi belonged to a Kurdish family, his whole life was spent into uniting the Muslim world and get the Kudus back from the templers / crusader's hands and make it a peaceful place that it has been for every religion.
The making and the plot of the series here does not make you yo believe about the Saladin character in either ways that he belongs to Turkish tribe.
The makers are Turkish and Pakistanis, so how can you expect that the makers will try to plot the series making you belief that the Saladin was Turk man?
I have not found anything in the series yet which I could see misleading.
I'll update my review in the later coming episodes if I find my review doesn't meet what I wrote.
Thanks for reading.
The making and the plot of the series here does not make you yo believe about the Saladin character in either ways that he belongs to Turkish tribe.
The makers are Turkish and Pakistanis, so how can you expect that the makers will try to plot the series making you belief that the Saladin was Turk man?
I have not found anything in the series yet which I could see misleading.
I'll update my review in the later coming episodes if I find my review doesn't meet what I wrote.
Thanks for reading.
- asifiqbal-pak
- Nov 27, 2023
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Salah ad-Din Yusuf ibn Ayyub commonly known as Saladin,was the founder of the Ayyubid dynasty. Hailing from a Kurdish family, he was the first sultan of both Egypt and Syria. An important figure of the Third Crusade, he spearheaded the Muslim military effort against the Crusader states in the Levant. At the height of his power, the Ayyubid realm spanned Egypt, Syria, Upper Mesopotamia, the Hejaz, Yemen, and Nubia. Turkish obsessor government wants to disform the ethnicity of this Mulsim hero to make as turkish character but whole world knew that this reality can not be changed and this Hero will always become Kurdish victorious hero.
The scenario is similar to Ertugul when they face challenges because of the local traitor who works for crusade knights and Salahhadin has a weak and feminist personality with impulsive reaction.
The scenario is similar to Ertugul when they face challenges because of the local traitor who works for crusade knights and Salahhadin has a weak and feminist personality with impulsive reaction.
- salarmahmood-28991
- Nov 20, 2023
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Its a good show with suspense and a good story. A must watch for history interested people and people wanting to know more about crusaders, Jersualem and Salahudeen.
He is not portrayed as a Turk or Kurd or Arab he is portrayed as a muslim and that his actions was based in his strong belief and not nationality. That is something we all should appreciate. Nationality and ethnicity is not relevant, your morals and actions is what makes you. A great message in a great show.
The episodes is a bit long but it is worth it because the characters are complex and the story is deep so the time is needed and well used.
He is not portrayed as a Turk or Kurd or Arab he is portrayed as a muslim and that his actions was based in his strong belief and not nationality. That is something we all should appreciate. Nationality and ethnicity is not relevant, your morals and actions is what makes you. A great message in a great show.
The episodes is a bit long but it is worth it because the characters are complex and the story is deep so the time is needed and well used.
- seymerkevin
- Nov 27, 2023
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Absolute brilliance! "Seladdin Eyyubi -The Conqueror of Jerusalem" is a true masterpiece, seamlessly blending compelling storytelling, outstanding performances, and breathtaking visuals. Each episode is a journey of emotion and intellect, leaving an indelible mark.
Unforgettable and brilliantly executed and it effortlessly captivates from start to finish. A must-watch for anyone craving a masterclass in television excellence.
A pinnacle of television artistry that demands to be experienced.
[NOTE: Those who's trying to create difference with the topic of saladdin ethnicity, Let me tell you one thing GO GET A LIFE!!!]
Unforgettable and brilliantly executed and it effortlessly captivates from start to finish. A must-watch for anyone craving a masterclass in television excellence.
A pinnacle of television artistry that demands to be experienced.
[NOTE: Those who's trying to create difference with the topic of saladdin ethnicity, Let me tell you one thing GO GET A LIFE!!!]
Absolutely brilliant work done by Turkey to remind Muslims of their amazing history.... Salahuddin Ayyubi is a hero for all Muslims rather than for Kurds alone. Really appreciate the commendable work done by all the characters in the series...At this time when Israel & Palestine war is going on, this series relates to the current situation of the Muslim Ummah & that the challenges faced by Muslim leaders today to conquer Jerusalem were same as back then but it is the Iman of Salahuddin Ayyubi that helped him conquer it. It also portrays how back then also Muslims were divided & we see the same today as well...Lastly the series could not have been released at a much better time than this! Love from Pakistan to all Muslims around the World.
Are we really surprised here? Turkey making a Historical Series based on events that happened during the 12th Century between the Muslims and the Nights Templar? Even more surprised that they are brainwashing people into thinking that Salah Ad'Din Ayubbi is a Turk, when in REALITY, he's a Kurd from the Hadhabani Kurdish Tribe, that is located within Kurdistan itself, slowly migrating to Tikrit, which is Modern Day Iraq. The fact that there are Kurds, who are ALIVE TODAY AS OF NOW, who are descendants of this Tribe, that was formed during the 10th Century (WAY BEFORE TURKS THEMSELVES EVEN ENTRERED ANATOLIA, which their migration period occured during the 13th Century) and Turks claiming Salah Ad'Din to be a Turk is beyond me. It's so sad to see that Turkey is trying their best to deny anything and EVERYTHING that is related to the Kurds themselves. This is what is called FEAR from the enemies of the Kurds. First the Persians steal Pre-Islamic Kurdish History, now Turkey are attempting this on Post-Islamic Kurdish History. Not surprised at all, the enemies of the Kurds stealing Great Kurdish History. I hope anyone, who reads this Review actually does some research for themselves based on this topic of Kurdish History and look at what is happening to the Kurds as of now in Mesopotamia and Sham (Syria) by the perpetrators (Turkey, Iraq, Iran and Syria... mainly Turkey and Iran). Hopefully people realise that this cause of action against the Kurds by these 4 countries is a cause of assimilation, fade of identity and oppression against an ethnic group (the Kurds), who are denied their rights as humans within those 4 countries, who occupied their lands. If you ever see a Turk say that Kurds and Turks are brothers, this is a LIE. Do not believe what they say on their (Kurds) behalf. Because this right here, is an example, that Turks do not want anything related to the Kurds to become viral and make the Kurds famous on a global scale, since praising and supporting Kurds this way through drama series and movies, can spread awareness and curiosity and cause people to do research on what is actually happening to them currently in the Middle-East. Thanks for your time.
- biryarjalali
- Nov 21, 2023
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- sajjadali-67049
- Jan 11, 2024
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Title says it all really. Can we not give credit where it is due? Must Turkey lie all the time? Is the fear they feel or are brainwashed to feel so ingrained within the nation's psyche that they have to believe that they are the heroes in every outcome? The Kurds, Armenians and Greeks would strongly disagree with you.
This is a dangerous path to take. Historical revisionism appears to be the norm these days and the culture of misinformation has spread all over the world. People need to do their research before consuming any media that could be construed as controversial.
The brits do it all the time when it comes to Ireland so I know how it feels to have your culture and their icons stripped from you and credit given to a foreign nation who has ethnically cleansed you for centuries.
This is a dangerous path to take. Historical revisionism appears to be the norm these days and the culture of misinformation has spread all over the world. People need to do their research before consuming any media that could be construed as controversial.
The brits do it all the time when it comes to Ireland so I know how it feels to have your culture and their icons stripped from you and credit given to a foreign nation who has ethnically cleansed you for centuries.
Dont know why turks need to show too much romance into these shows, ertugul, osman, salahudin, i believe that this is not thst needed to show for this important character. And they conquor whole world with few batles and fighters. Why they dont show mass battles with large amount of army if we know that was the case. In some batles these was thousands casulties. Fight scenes are not that convincing. Main character was hit multiple times and he survive, side character hit once died at once. Blod is blured for no reason. There should be invested more into theae tv shows especially for this important historic persons.
- maslesaeldin
- Jan 21, 2024
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A huge fabrication of history and incorrect events
You cant fake the history for drama purpose spechilly in crticle cases, Here is few:
In general, there is a disdain in directing the series, as if they are filming a series that focuses on machinations between ruling men and women, love and romance.
There is some stupid direction and many copy/paste story from Ertugrul like His uncle is traitor, women fights,Sufi myths, and many other things.
- First salah al deen was born in a palace not a tent
- Salah al deen was not adopted by noor al dain and adoption is forbidden in islam.
- They show women scream when someone die which is non sense and forbidden in islam.
- They show women fight side by side with mens which was not applicable in islam in that times and from the last 100+ year.
- Salah al deen didnt go with his friend to support ashkelon in fact he went there with zenki army and Liberate askhelon from Byzantine.
- Aleppo was the capital of zeki country and they just say sham (SAM)
In general, there is a disdain in directing the series, as if they are filming a series that focuses on machinations between ruling men and women, love and romance.
There is some stupid direction and many copy/paste story from Ertugrul like His uncle is traitor, women fights,Sufi myths, and many other things.
What a start! After waiting for almost 2 and a half years since it's announcement, it's finally here and it's looking great so far! Starting from the cast to the vibe, everything is on spot. The Background music is not too bad altogether there is lots of room for improvement. But overall, it's not bad. I know a lot of people are upset that series didn't mention him as a Kurdish but that's not the main objective. It doesn't matter whether they mention him as Kurdish or not, as long as we enjoy the series. Also people complain that it contains a lot of fictional scenes and characters but the same applies to other series like DE, KO, UBS and ABS. Let's just watch the series without picking up any faults. I would recommend them to improve the BGM if possible.
- sabiqisjeff
- Nov 25, 2023
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- hussainalqatawneh
- Dec 4, 2023
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Turks made all the historical series but in the style of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk(hain) 😄
like equal rights of women.
Womens ar fighting, women leading, these are all in the style of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.(hain) 😄 But honestly before 1850 women of any religion did not even dare to step out of the house. So did they really fight in 1170 Actually they want to retain the female audience by showing the power of women.
It is boring to show unnecessary scenes in the series, Kurulus Usman, Abdul Hamid, Alp Arsalan, how many series are made by Turks in one style 🤣 Turkish series should be changed, because their productions are not only seen by them, but they have a worldwide audience, they should keep in mind this fact.
Womens ar fighting, women leading, these are all in the style of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.(hain) 😄 But honestly before 1850 women of any religion did not even dare to step out of the house. So did they really fight in 1170 Actually they want to retain the female audience by showing the power of women.
It is boring to show unnecessary scenes in the series, Kurulus Usman, Abdul Hamid, Alp Arsalan, how many series are made by Turks in one style 🤣 Turkish series should be changed, because their productions are not only seen by them, but they have a worldwide audience, they should keep in mind this fact.
- shafyee-11014
- Nov 23, 2023
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This Series contain wonderful action sequences, a complete movie pack episodes.
I don't think even Netflix can create this type thirller suspence. Overall a complete masterpiece by the Director Sedat Inci and writer. Great historic scenes & historic dailoges characters i m going to miss this series after it ends. Every screenplay & twists in every episodes can create this even more thrill. I think in coming days this series will create history for great historic series ever. Great story line, dailoges, script i very impressed. I have watched many tv series or netflix seasons even in Game of Thrones but this series has different.
I don't think even Netflix can create this type thirller suspence. Overall a complete masterpiece by the Director Sedat Inci and writer. Great historic scenes & historic dailoges characters i m going to miss this series after it ends. Every screenplay & twists in every episodes can create this even more thrill. I think in coming days this series will create history for great historic series ever. Great story line, dailoges, script i very impressed. I have watched many tv series or netflix seasons even in Game of Thrones but this series has different.
I just watched episode 1 and i found no suspense whatsoever to watch episode 2. Totally false history plus false depiction of characters. Salahdin was never adopted by nooredin he was a kurdish born and raised in a kurd family indeed he joined nooredin army in his teens but he wasn't his son. Plus wrong depiction of adoption in Islam you cannot adopt a child like they did in the series, its haram. And above all the background music it was such a downer this bg music resembled ertugrul or kurulus usman so much. Indeed ertugrul was a great show and so catchy to watch but in this series they straightaway showed wrong history.
- omarkhattak
- May 10, 2024
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Really was waiting to watch something for such a great leader's biography. The story covers his early life history too and struggles which he faced during his whole life. It looks like similar situations are being faced by the people now too. Special character of karategin has made the stoey very interesting. The character of Sultan Noor ud din is very strong and his acting is also very good. Gregor is posing similar styles so he should change some styles. Abram is playing his role beautifully. The rests characters need to put some extra efforts in their role to attract audoence more. Overall it is a beautiful series to watch.
- ziarehman-46683
- Feb 26, 2024
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The series started with significant potential, but the writing has been deeply unsatisfactory. From the outset, the main character, Salauddin, appears powerless, surrounded by merely five allies perpetually engaged in recovery tasks-whether it's saving hostages, finding lost tribes, or retrieving ancient artifacts. He lacks any definitive leadership traits. Furthermore, the show misrepresents the historical narrative, offering a shallow, one-dimensional storyline. It's a complete letdown and pales in comparison to 'Kurulus Osman', which is richly layered and compelling enough that it never wears out its welcome.
You guys have made this drama very well.
But in the poster of this play, instead of Masjid-e-Aqsa, Qubbat As-Sakhra (Dome of the Rock) has been shown which is taking people's attention to another direction, in reality Masjid-e-Aqsa is not this, it is this That's not what you're talking about. Are talking. You have shown Qubbat As-Sakhrah in the poster instead of Masjid Aqsa, so please change the poster so that people know Masjid Aqsa.
Women fighting, women leading, all in the style of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. (are) e but aa honestly speaking, before 1850, women of any religion did not even dare to step out of the house. So did they really fight in 1170? Actually they want to retain the female audience by showing the strength of women, and this is a fitna in the name of women rights.
But in the poster of this play, instead of Masjid-e-Aqsa, Qubbat As-Sakhra (Dome of the Rock) has been shown which is taking people's attention to another direction, in reality Masjid-e-Aqsa is not this, it is this That's not what you're talking about. Are talking. You have shown Qubbat As-Sakhrah in the poster instead of Masjid Aqsa, so please change the poster so that people know Masjid Aqsa.
Women fighting, women leading, all in the style of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. (are) e but aa honestly speaking, before 1850, women of any religion did not even dare to step out of the house. So did they really fight in 1170? Actually they want to retain the female audience by showing the strength of women, and this is a fitna in the name of women rights.