Saying Goodbye (Elveda Derken) (translated)

Elveda Derken is a Turkish drama series that aired on Kanal D between 2007 and 2008. Produced by Yağmur Ajans, it was directed by Hilal Saral, written by Özgür Evren Heptürk, and scored by Günay Uysal. The show ran for two seasons and ended with its 51st episode.

The story follows Lale, a doctor who enjoys a happy life with her husband and their two young daughters. What initially appears to be a minor health complaint gradually reveals itself as a serious illness, upending the family's world. The series portrays Lale's struggle with her condition and the emotional toll it takes on everyone around her.

Ece Uslu stars in the leading role of Lale, with Seda Güven also among the cast. The series found an audience beyond Turkey as well, being dubbed or subtitled for broadcast in the Arab world, Bulgaria, Serbia, and other countries.