Bassel Khayat leads “Aser,” Shahid’s adaptation of Turkish hit “Ezel”

Shahid’s “Aser,” starring Bassel Khayat, is a highly anticipated adaptation of the Turkish hit “Ezel.”
The official poster for Shahid Platform’s new series “Aser,” which is based on the well-known Turkish drama “Ezel.”
The poster’s startling depiction of the series’ hero, Syrian celebrity Bassel Khayat, encourages audience participation.
Shahid Platform’s official Instagram account shared the first “Aser” promotional graphic. The poster shows the series’ stars, Abbas Al-Nouri, Khaled Al-Qish, Samer Al-Masry, and Lebanese actress Pamela Al-Kik, encircling star Bassel Khayat as he sits on a giant die with symbols derived from the card game.
The poster combines warm, monochrome hues with dark ones. Bassel Khayat deviates from the norm by donning a white shirt underneath his black jacket, which adds a unique element of mystery and tension. The majority of the cast wears black.
After interacting with the promotional poster for “Aser,” numerous viewers expressed their excitement for the new version’s release.
Some pointed out that the stars in the series, such as Basil Khayat, who appeared on the poster, are well-liked by viewers of Turkish and Arab dramas. Particularly well-received was the appearance of Pamela El Kik, the poster’s sole female figure.
Others responded to Basil Khayat’s return to challenging parts that demand outstanding performance. Given the success of the original Turkish series when it debuted, many anticipated “Aser” to be one of the most well-known dramas of the 2025 season.
Date of Release for the “Aser” Series
After a lull, Arab television shows that are based on Turkish dramas are making a comeback. The most recent was “Al-Qadar,” which aired shortly before Ramadan and starred Qusai Khouli, a Syrian actor.
As part of Shahid’s original projects for this season, “Aser” is reportedly scheduled to premiere in the first week of April, following the Eid al-Fitr festival.
Basil Khayat, Pamela El Kik, Samer Al Masry, Zeina Makki, Khaled Al Qish, Talal Mardini, Abbas Al Nouri, Nadine Khoury, Sultan Deeb, Majdi Mashmoushi, and Zuhair Abdel Karim are notable cast members of the television series “Aser.”