ALBAWABA - Deniz Baysal and Barış Yurtçu divorce battle turns into contested case.
Turkish actress Deniz Baysal and musician Barış Yurtçu are reportedly ending their nearly seven-year marriage after Baysal filed for divorce at the Istanbul Courthouse, according to multiple Turkish media outlets.
The couple, who married on September 6, 2019, in a widely publicized wedding ceremony in Çeşme, had recently been the subject of separation rumors. Those reports have now intensified following claims that formal legal proceedings have begun.
Divorce filing reportedly submitted this week
According to Turkish entertainment journalist Birsen Altuntaş, whose report has since been widely cited by national media, Baysal filed for divorce earlier this week at the Istanbul Courthouse.
The actress is said to have cited "differences of opinion" and "lack of attention" as the main reasons for seeking to end the marriage. Turkish media also report that the couple are no longer living together after separating their home arrangements.
Planned amicable divorce reportedly failed
Initial reports indicate that Baysal hoped the marriage could end through a mutual agreement.
However, according to the same reports, Barış Yurtçu did not agree to the divorce, causing the proceedings to shift from an uncontested divorce into a contested legal case. As a result, the dispute is now expected to continue through the Turkish courts unless the parties reach an agreement at a later stage.
Confidentiality order obtained
Turkish media further report that Baysal requested and obtained a confidentiality order as part of the legal process.
The reported measure is intended to limit speculation and protect the privacy of the proceedings while the divorce case is ongoing. Neither Baysal nor Yurtçu has publicly commented on the reported court filing.
Rumors had been building for weeks
The reported divorce filing follows weeks of speculation surrounding the couple's relationship.
Earlier this month, Yurtçu shared a video on social media featuring reflections on trust, heartbreak, and emotional disappointment. The video included remarks suggesting that believing you are loved only to lose that sense of security can be more painful than rejection itself.
The emotional post quickly attracted attention online, with many fans interpreting it as a possible reference to his personal life, although Yurtçu never mentioned Baysal by name or confirmed that it reflected his own circumstances.
At the same time, Turkish media noted that the couple continued following each other on social media and kept their wedding and vacation photographs visible on their accounts, leading many fans to believe the rumors remained unconfirmed.
Earlier comments painted a different picture
Only a few months ago, Baysal spoke positively about her marriage during a television appearance.
She acknowledged that she and Yurtçu occasionally argued but described their disagreements as normal and even healthy, saying that "sweet arguments" could add excitement to a relationship as long as they remained respectful.
Those comments contrasted sharply with the recent reports suggesting the relationship had deteriorated.
Nearly seven years of marriage
Deniz Baysal and Barış Yurtçu began dating several years before marrying in a fairytale wedding in Çeşme in September 2019.
Throughout their marriage, they were frequently regarded as one of Türkiye's most admired celebrity couples, often sharing supportive messages about one another while balancing successful careers in television and music.
Baysal remains one of Türkiye's best-known actresses, with leading roles in productions including Fazilet Hanım ve Kızları, Söz, Teşkilat, Kaçış, Ne Gemiler Yaktım, and most recently Taşacak Bu Deniz. Yurtçu is the lead vocalist of the Turkish pop-rock band Kolpa and continues to perform with the group.
For now, the reported court proceedings remain based on information published by Turkish media. Neither Deniz Baysal nor Barış Yurtçu has released an official public statement confirming or commenting on the reported divorce filing.
