Sultana
Sultana is a Drama / Music film from Turkey, directed by Ali Kemal Güven and written by Erdi Isik.
Released on 18 Apr 2026, this 2026 movie runs for approximately 120 min and features an outstanding cast including Tuba Büyüküstün, Derya Pinar Ak, Seray Kaya. With an IMDb rating of 7.7, it has earned recognition for its storytelling, performances, and visual quality.
The plot follows Sultana is a drama set in Istanbul's one and only strip club, telling a story of a women, power, rivalry and solidarity. A new Turkish story where women are not victims in a fairy tale, but warriors learning that the 'handsome prince' is often the real monster- and their only salvation is each other. Meral the long reigning queen of the one and only strip club of Istanbul which is Sultana, takes a talented new Belarusian dancer named Anna under her wing. But she soon realizes she has created a rival powerful enough to replace her, and a ruthless power struggle erupts between the two women., offering a blend of emotion, tension, and cinematic depth that keeps audiences engaged from start to finish. The direction by Ali Kemal Güven brings out every layer of the narrative, while the performances by Tuba Büyüküstün, Derya Pinar Ak, Seray Kaya give the film its heart and authenticity.
Whether you’re a fan of Drama / Music movies or simply looking for a remarkable film experience from Turkey, Sultana stands out as a must-watch — combining artistic vision, strong writing, and compelling characters in one memorable cinematic journey.
