Founder: Orhan — Season 1, Episode 13: Episode 13
Drama, Action & Adventure, War & Politics • 45 min • 1 season, 26 episodes • ★ 7.5/10
Episode synopsis
Sultan Orhan’s advance toward the Biga Gorge sparks unrest, pushing Demirhan to pressure Dursun into betraying him to save Temurtaş, while Nilüfer Hatun and Asporça’s clash deepens tribal fractures. As Şahinşah quietly maneuvers for power through Fatma Hatun’s engagement—forcing Flavius into a painful choice—Orhan’s negotiations in Constantinople take a shocking turn when the emperor demands he marry Asporça, whose growing fury now drives her toward thoughts of Orhan’s death.
About Founder: Orhan
Kuruluş: Orhan is a Turkish historical drama that follows the life of Orhan Bey, the son of Osman I and the second ruler of the Ottoman Empire. Set in the 14th century, the series portrays Orhan’s transformation from a young warrior into a visionary leader who expands his father's legacy by conquering key Byzantine cities like Bursa and establishing the foundations of a powerful empire. With political intrigue, epic battles, and complex relationships, the show explores Orhan’s rise amidst internal strife and external threats, continuing the legacy of Kuruluş: Osman with a new generation of characters and high-stakes storytelling.