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SMART WOMAN IS THE POWERFUL WOMAN
He was introduced to us, sometimes as a dynamic businessman, sometimes as irresponsible husband and lover, now he is introduced to us as a Sultan. And each time it is very persuasive. Who is actually Halit Ergenc? Is he really that talented? What she thinks about women? He answered the following questions for the magazine "ELLE".
--Why did you want to become an actor?
H: Actually my intention was to become a singer. I participated in musicals in Turkey and I wanted to continue to do it in America. I stayed there eighteen months. I saw several musicals. Also I spent countless auditions and even more I participated in a children's musical. But I realized that this is not so bright future and that it would not bring me job satisfaction, because, the whole, we had five musicals that I liked and wanted to participate. When I came face to face with it, for a moment I lost myself and wondered where I went. I began to think "I came to this country, what am I doing here?" And when I realized, that all I had dreamed was evaporated, suddenly I said "Go ahead, you will not come back to Turkey." At that moment I thought to start courses for chefs and masseur. I decided to start a completely different life and at that moment I received a call from Istanbul to participate in a musical.
--And it changed your life.
H:Yes! The proposal was for the timeless musical "West Side Story" in the role of evil Oztsan Denise. In two or three days I had come back to Istanbul. When I arrived, the same day, I learned that the project was postponed, the sponsors had withdrawn their money. But I did something very interesting, going to Kantikoy, where my mother lives, passing over the Bosphorus Bridge, I realized how lonely and unhappy I was in America. At that moment I felt like I had a cage with pigeons in my heart and all of the sudden, like turned a click and flew. At that moment I felt incredible relief. I went back in the production company and was told: "Halit bey, sorry we called you back, but the project was postponed. Stay here, use your time until it's time to reboot. "
--So you had a return ticket?
H:Exactly. That was in 2002. But I would go to America, even as a tourist. The truth is that I would love to go back to New York to see the places where I lived and worked, to walk in the streets. And I, like everyone else, worked as a bartender, waiter and did a lot of other jobs. I want to visit these places again, as I am now. This period was a turning point in my life. I noticed that in Turkey, I had more opportunities to exercise my profession. I made CV and I went to all producers. I am very grateful to Osman Giagmourntereli. We worked together before I left for America. When I came back, he didn't leave me without a job. Followed the TV series "Zerda", "Aliye", "1001 nights", several movies and now "Muhtesem Yuzyil".
--What woman would you describe strong?
H: A smart woman is a strong woman.
--They say, however, that men do not like smart women, they fear them. Why?
H:Because an intelligent woman is more difficult to transact. It's easier to have around us people who do not ask questions. The intelligent woman queries and has the requirement for others to know the answers. For example, when I played the "Magnificent Century," this thing was impossible. And in those days, women were smart, but I do not think very likely to look to find their right. Nowadays the situation is different. In many countries, women occupy management positions. However, the force of authority is the smart woman. A smart woman does what she believes. Sometimes when you realize that there it is impossible to change her opinion, you withdraw. This applies to every intelligent man.
--You have examples in your family of strong women?
H:There are two. One is my grandmother from my mother's side. She is a very strong woman. In embracing her love like a warm wind. Do you ever feel the hug and cold and heat (?????). My grandmother never says a bad word about anyone, not gossiping, talking about all the best words. The second strong woman, is my mother.
--We know that now you're busy, but surely the job is not getting all your time. Tell us something you enjoy.
H:Now I have my son Ali. The time I spend with him is amazing. Beyond that , the thing that gives me joy, is diving. I do not like swimming, only to be below sea level. So, I'm not good company for a swim.
--I know, you have a very nice voice. Do you sing at home?
H:When I'm really excited, sad or angry I get the song spontaneously. And I notice that the words of the song describe the situation in which I am.
--What makes you feel good?
H:Definitely the music. If you want to feel better and improve your mood, listen to the suitable music.
--What kind of music do you listen?
H:Different. I love Bjork. When we went to Zagreb, we were at Sting's concert. I have files from this concert and these days we will hear them.
--If someone asks you to describe your wife, Berguzar Korel, what would you say?
H:I would say, that she is a dynamic woman, simultaneously delicate and very sensitive fragile soul.
--How do two actors live together in a house?
H:As two accountants live.
--What do you do, not to ruin your reputation?
H:I control it. Our profession is faced with a lot of danger. In one minute you can have everything-fame, money, love. But it may also, in a moment all these be disappeared. If you do not forget how you gained this rumor, and perhaps sometime you lose it, you will manage to stay grounded. My biggest fear is not to lose myself through this
special world of celebrity. Thus, we can always say: "We do our job. Because as people love the popularity, when we take a step forward, you should immediately take a step back. "
--What do you consider wealth in your life?
H:To be healthy physically and mentally. And I'm thankful for my family.
--What would you say to someone who has lost his faith in love?
H:That would depress me.
--If a very close friend told you that?
H:I would say to him, not think like this way and stop being skeptical. To continue to live and someday, love will come to him.
***Translation from turkish.... by the administrators of HEfP
SMART WOMAN IS THE POWERFUL WOMAN
He was introduced to us, sometimes as a dynamic businessman, sometimes as irresponsible husband and lover, now he is introduced to us as a Sultan. And each time it is very persuasive. Who is actually Halit Ergenc? Is he really that talented? What she thinks about women? He answered the following questions for the magazine "ELLE".
--Why did you want to become an actor?
H: Actually my intention was to become a singer. I participated in musicals in Turkey and I wanted to continue to do it in America. I stayed there eighteen months. I saw several musicals. Also I spent countless auditions and even more I participated in a children's musical. But I realized that this is not so bright future and that it would not bring me job satisfaction, because, the whole, we had five musicals that I liked and wanted to participate. When I came face to face with it, for a moment I lost myself and wondered where I went. I began to think "I came to this country, what am I doing here?" And when I realized, that all I had dreamed was evaporated, suddenly I said "Go ahead, you will not come back to Turkey." At that moment I thought to start courses for chefs and masseur. I decided to start a completely different life and at that moment I received a call from Istanbul to participate in a musical.
--And it changed your life.
H:Yes! The proposal was for the timeless musical "West Side Story" in the role of evil Oztsan Denise. In two or three days I had come back to Istanbul. When I arrived, the same day, I learned that the project was postponed, the sponsors had withdrawn their money. But I did something very interesting, going to Kantikoy, where my mother lives, passing over the Bosphorus Bridge, I realized how lonely and unhappy I was in America. At that moment I felt like I had a cage with pigeons in my heart and all of the sudden, like turned a click and flew. At that moment I felt incredible relief. I went back in the production company and was told: "Halit bey, sorry we called you back, but the project was postponed. Stay here, use your time until it's time to reboot. "
--So you had a return ticket?
H:Exactly. That was in 2002. But I would go to America, even as a tourist. The truth is that I would love to go back to New York to see the places where I lived and worked, to walk in the streets. And I, like everyone else, worked as a bartender, waiter and did a lot of other jobs. I want to visit these places again, as I am now. This period was a turning point in my life. I noticed that in Turkey, I had more opportunities to exercise my profession. I made CV and I went to all producers. I am very grateful to Osman Giagmourntereli. We worked together before I left for America. When I came back, he didn't leave me without a job. Followed the TV series "Zerda", "Aliye", "1001 nights", several movies and now "Muhtesem Yuzyil".
--What woman would you describe strong?
H: A smart woman is a strong woman.
--They say, however, that men do not like smart women, they fear them. Why?
H:Because an intelligent woman is more difficult to transact. It's easier to have around us people who do not ask questions. The intelligent woman queries and has the requirement for others to know the answers. For example, when I played the "Magnificent Century," this thing was impossible. And in those days, women were smart, but I do not think very likely to look to find their right. Nowadays the situation is different. In many countries, women occupy management positions. However, the force of authority is the smart woman. A smart woman does what she believes. Sometimes when you realize that there it is impossible to change her opinion, you withdraw. This applies to every intelligent man.
--You have examples in your family of strong women?
H:There are two. One is my grandmother from my mother's side. She is a very strong woman. In embracing her love like a warm wind. Do you ever feel the hug and cold and heat (?????). My grandmother never says a bad word about anyone, not gossiping, talking about all the best words. The second strong woman, is my mother.
--We know that now you're busy, but surely the job is not getting all your time. Tell us something you enjoy.
H:Now I have my son Ali. The time I spend with him is amazing. Beyond that , the thing that gives me joy, is diving. I do not like swimming, only to be below sea level. So, I'm not good company for a swim.
--I know, you have a very nice voice. Do you sing at home?
H:When I'm really excited, sad or angry I get the song spontaneously. And I notice that the words of the song describe the situation in which I am.
--What makes you feel good?
H:Definitely the music. If you want to feel better and improve your mood, listen to the suitable music.
--What kind of music do you listen?
H:Different. I love Bjork. When we went to Zagreb, we were at Sting's concert. I have files from this concert and these days we will hear them.
--If someone asks you to describe your wife, Berguzar Korel, what would you say?
H:I would say, that she is a dynamic woman, simultaneously delicate and very sensitive fragile soul.
--How do two actors live together in a house?
H:As two accountants live.
--What do you do, not to ruin your reputation?
H:I control it. Our profession is faced with a lot of danger. In one minute you can have everything-fame, money, love. But it may also, in a moment all these be disappeared. If you do not forget how you gained this rumor, and perhaps sometime you lose it, you will manage to stay grounded. My biggest fear is not to lose myself through this
special world of celebrity. Thus, we can always say: "We do our job. Because as people love the popularity, when we take a step forward, you should immediately take a step back. "
--What do you consider wealth in your life?
H:To be healthy physically and mentally. And I'm thankful for my family.
--What would you say to someone who has lost his faith in love?
H:That would depress me.
--If a very close friend told you that?
H:I would say to him, not think like this way and stop being skeptical. To continue to live and someday, love will come to him.
***Translation from turkish.... by the administrators of HEfP