Hande Erçel is a Turkish actress and model known for her prominent roles in television series and her work as a brand ambassador for high-profile companies. After winning the ‘Miss Turkey’ title in 2012 and securing second place in a beauty pageant held in Azerbaijan the same year, Hande Erçel transitioned into acting, making her debut with minor roles in series such as ‘Çal?ku?u’ (2014) as Zahide, ‘Tatar Ramazan,’ and ‘Cilgin Dershane Universitede.’ Her breakthrough came with her leading role as Selin Yilmaz in the youth series ‘Günesin Kizlari’ (Girls of the Sun) from 2015 to 2016. This acclaimed performance garnered significant recognition, earning her the prestigious ‘Rising Star’ award at the 42nd Golden Butterfly Awards in 2015. Building on this foundational success, Erçel took on another critically acclaimed lead role as Hayat Uzun in ‘A?k Laftan Anlamaz’ (Love Doesn’t Understand Words) from 2016 to 2017.
Looking ahead, Erçel is set to expand her filmography with several highly anticipated projects. She will take on the lead role of Asli Mansoy in the feature film ‘Chasing the Wind,’ scheduled for release in 2025. Additionally, she is slated to star as Güne? Gülner in the streaming series ‘Reminder’ in 2025, and as Bilge in the upcoming streaming series ‘Iki Dünya Bir Dilek.’ As a prominent figure in both television and modeling, Erçel continues to be a sought-after talent, recognized for her consistent delivery of captivating performances across various platforms.