Ali Öner Confirms Relationship with Co-Star Zeynep Atilgan Amid Breakup with Livanur Aydin

On 6 June 2026, Turkish actor Ali Öner publicly announced that he is in a romantic relationship with fellow “Tasacak Bu Deniz” (English: “This Sea Will Overflow”) lead Zeynep Atilgan. Öner said the relationship began after his separation from former fiancée Livanur Aydin. The announcement followed viral images of Öner and Atilgan dancing together throughout the night at the series’ season-finale dinner, which had revived long-standing rumors of a set romance.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' seriesAli Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

“Tasacak Bu Deniz,” a popular drama series, has been the focal point of speculation about on-set relationships since its premiere. Rumors of a romance between its two leads persisted for months, but neither party confirmed the claims until the June 2026 finale event. Prior to the new relationship, Öner and Aydin had been engaged in August 2025 in a private family ceremony and were reportedly preparing for marriage before the engagement was abruptly called off.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• Ali Öner – Actor, lead of “Tasacak Bu Deniz,” previously engaged to Livanur Aydin.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• Zeynep Atilgan – Actress, co-lead of the same series, now confirmed partner of Öner.

Ali Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

• Livanur Aydin – Former fiancée of Öner, publicly addressed the breakup and alleged betrayal.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• “Tasacak Bu Deniz” Production – The television series that provided the professional setting for the personal developments.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• August 2025 – Öner and Aydin become engaged in a simple family ceremony.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• Early 2026 – Engagement preparations begin; relationship reportedly ends abruptly (exact date not disclosed).

Ali Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

• 4 June 2026 – Season-finale dinner held; Öner and Atilgan dance together, images spread on social media.

Ali Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

• 6 June 2026 – Öner releases a statement confirming his relationship with Atilgan.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• 6 June 2026 – Aydin posts a reproachful response on her personal social-media account.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

Ali Öner emphasized that his prior relationship “ended before it began with Zeynep,” describing the new bond as developing “quietly, and naturally” over time on set. He expressed a desire to avoid further hurt and to respect the feelings of all involved. Livanur Aydin responded by asserting that the doubts now evident to the public “were my reality from the very beginning,” and indicated that she wishes no further discussion of the matter, seeking to move forward peacefully.

Ali Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

Aydin’s remarks framed the breakup as a betrayal, highlighting her perception that Öner’s actions contradicted prior commitments. She explicitly requested that her name no longer be linked to the controversy, signaling disapproval of continued media focus on the personal dispute.

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series

• “OUR RELATIONSHIP HAD ENDED BEFORE IT BEGAN WITH ZEYNEP” — Ali Öner, Actor

Ali Öner's confession about Zeynep Atilgan: He declared his love

• “IT IS NOT SOMETHING FROM THE PAST AND

A love triangle emerged from the 'This Sea Will Overflow' series