LOVE IS IN THE AIR: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Turkish series arrived in Spain a few years ago and everything indicates that they are here to stay. First it was Fatmagül in 2010, causing a boom never seen before; then Ecuador in 2014, and so it happened with so many others like Woman, Costa Rica… Why do you like them so much? It is probably because of their stories, capable of going beyond the screens and really reaching the viewers, generating empathy and causing emotion.

But if there is one that wins them all, that is without a doubt Love is in the air. Since it landed in 2021 it caused a real fever throughout the country. After the broadcast of its first episode, it became the phenomenon that everyone was talking about. Love is in the air has it all: love, passion, intrigue, secrets... and of course, two protagonists that any viewer will fall in love with. Love is in the air tells the exciting relationship between Eda Yildiz, a humble and young florist who dreams of being an architect and Serkan Bolat, a renowned man who has inherited a fortune. He has an important architecture studio and intends to pay for Eda's studies abroad if she agrees to pretend to be his fiancée for two months... what will happen?

The series has 52 episodes that make up 2 seasons. On January 11, 2021, the first episode of the first season premiered and, after its broadcast, the networks were revolutionized. In just a few hours it was trending topic on Twitter in a number of countries, including Spain. Until then, Woman was the most commented series on social networks, with 210.971 tweets, but Love is in the air surpassed it with 340.114 tweets and 531.658 interactions. But he not only overtook Woman, he also managed to beat the giant of giants: Game of Thrones. The day the last episode aired in Turkey, September 9, a new record was written: 8.472.552 tweets, compared to 7.8 million for Game of Thrones.

WHAT IS THE KEY TO THE SUCCESS OF LOVE IS IN THE AIR?

What does this series have to hook so many people? Why is it so successful? It is difficult to explain the reason for this phenomenon. An important part is taken by its romantic plot that knows how to maintain the tension, that I love you but I don't love you, I hate you but I'm in love with you, today I hate you tomorrow I want to be with you. Another key factor is that it is a series that is easy to watch, it is fresh, entertaining, you don't have to think too much. This coincides with the fact that its largest audience is young people. And the worst thing is if we add the latter: the two protagonists are incredibly handsome, both conquer the public.

WHERE CAN YOU SEE LOVE IS IN THE AIR?

Surely you have googled a few times “love is in the air online, love is in the air complete chapters…”. Don't worry, here we explain how you can watch the series so you don't miss an episode.

At first, Love is in the air was broadcast on Telecinco, FDF, Energy, Be Mad and Divinity. But soon the list of channels was reduced and only one was left: Divinity, in which is broadcast from Monday to Friday at 17:45 in fragments of only 30 minutes. Each episode lasts 2 hours, so if you want to watch it on television it will take a long time. But we have good news! It can be seen on Mitele Plus in streaming for only 5 euros per month.

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE LEADERS?

Did you know that the actors who play Eda and Serkan in the series maintain a relationship in real life? Well, they maintain or have maintained, because rumors suggest that it has been completed, but it has not yet been confirmed. After 10 months of filming, Hande Erçel and Kerem Bürsin confirmed their romance. At the time, the news was not too surprising, it was what the public had been waiting for months, that connection could be felt from a screen.

• KEREM BÜRSIN

Kerem Bürsin was born in Istanbul on June 4, 1987 and is a true sports fan. He ended up in front of the cameras, but we wouldn't have been surprised to see him at some Olympics. Despite being Turkish, he grew up in the US.USA, and there very soon he began to stand out in the sport. On numerous occasions he has confessed that he cannot live without sports and dares with any new discipline. He has practiced all sports: from swimming at a very high level or football as a child to TireFlip. When he was little he coached swimming in the school team and he did it so well that they considered taking the team to the Olympic games. During his college days he also practiced lacrosse, a somewhat unknown sport. Do you know how to play? It is a team sport in which you have to put a ball into the opponent's goal using a stick that has a net at the end. It is a somewhat "rough" sport, since sometimes you hit your opponent to save the ball. But he also played American football, basketball, baseball... Currently his favorite sport is TireFlip. The TireFlip (tire: tire and flip: flip) consists of lifting a tire of about 60 kg from the ground and turning it around. There are two models of tireflip: one that weighs between 45 and 64 kg and another that weighs between 72 and 109 kg. It is a very demanding and complete strength exercise as it works the hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, abs, lats, biceps brachii, shoulders and hip flexors.

• HANDE ERÇEL

For her part, actress Hande Erçel is also in love with sports. Hande Erçel was born on November 24, 1993 in Bandirma, Turkey. Now, how well do you know the actress who gives life to Eda? Did you know that she follows a vegan diet? The young woman had already done more roles in other series, but it was Love is in the air that launched her to stardom. Since 2012 she has worked as a model and ended up winning the title of Miss Turkey, in addition to being named in 2021 the most beautiful woman in the world by the US Top Beauty World ranking. It is evident that his appearance is impressive. What is your secret to taking care of yourself? There is no secret that we don't know, the only way to take care of our appearance is food and physical exercise. And it is not only important for our physical appearance, it is even more important for our mental health. Exercise improves our self-esteem, we reduce stress and anxiety... in short, we release endorphins and we are happier. And what are the exercises of the top model? Spend a few minutes every day doing pilates. Pilates is magnificent, it connects the body with the mind and improves breathing, as well as strengthening muscles, gaining strength and elasticity. Combining it with an abs routine, the actress can boast an enviable physique.

DO YOU WANT TO VISIT THE CORNERS OF LOVE IS IN THE AIR?

If you dream of walking through the places where the series was filmed and feeling like Eda, we come to tell you that you can do it. We tell you about the places that served as the setting for this soap opera. Most of them are in Istanbul, take note:

• ANTALYA

Does Antalya ring a bell? It is one of the most important cities in Turkey and one of the most complete: there is the sea, culture, atmosphere, sports... and it is the city where the protagonists had that very special date. If you go you cannot miss the Temple of Apollo or the Düden waterfall.

• IZMIR, ALACATI AND ÇESME

These three cities are a beautiful destination that offer a very Mediterranean style that exudes joy and freshness, with very colorful streets, lively terraces... They are in the Izmir region, one of the most beautiful in Turkey . They are places that will not leave you indifferent; If you can, visit them accompanied by your partner.

• THE BEYKOZ DISTRICT

Most of the scenes in Love is in the air take place in the Beykoz district, which, due to its beauty, has always served as the setting for many series. Beykoz is home to the most expensive houses in Türkiye.

• TARABYA

The Tarabya neighborhood in Istanbul is famous for its mansions and summer homes, surrounded by the best restaurants and seafood restaurants. Where would Serkan's house be if not here? If you get the chance, pack a suitcase and go find out.

If you have already seen Love is in the air you will understand the furor that this soap opera causes; otherwise, what are you waiting for? We warn you: take a dose of "hook killer", because as soon as you start to see it you will not want it to end.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

• WHEN DID LOVE IS IN THE AIR RELEASE?

In Spain the first episode was broadcast on January 11, 2021 on all Mediaset channels: Telecinoc, FDF, Divinity, Energy and Be Mad.

• HOW MANY CHAPTERS DOES LOVE IS IN THE AIR HAVE?

Love is in the air has 52 chapters, spread over 2 seasons.

• WHERE CAN I SEE LOVE IS IN THE AIR?

Right now you can watch the telenovela on Divinity from Monday to Friday at 5:45 p.m., but only in 30-minute segments. You can also watch the full episodes online by subscribing to Mitele Plus.

• WHO ARE THE LEADERS OF LOVE IS IN THE AIR?

The protagonists are Eda Yildiz and Serkan Bolat, played by Hande Erçel and Kerem Bürsin, respectively. Both actors are also in a romantic relationship in real life.

• WHERE WAS LOVE IS IN THE AIR FILMED?

All episodes of Love is in the air were shot in Turkey. The places that starred in scenes the most times are the cities of Antalya, Izmir, Alaçatı and Çesme, the Beykoz district and the Tarabya neighborhood.

• WHAT EXERCISES DOES HANDE ERÇEL DO TO MAINTAIN HIS PHYSICAL SHAPE?

Hande Erçel combines a very healthy diet, specifically a vegan diet, with an exercise routine. This combination is what allows her to show off her physique and also be able to work as a model. Every day she does a few minutes of pilates, something that is essential in her life.

• WHAT SPORTS DOES THE LEADING MAN OF LOVE IS IN THE AIR DO?

Kerem Bürsin has done all the sports there have been and will be, from football, swimming, baseball, basketball... For a few years his favorite sport has been TireFlip . This sport consists of lifting a 50-60kg tire from the ground and turning it over.