This scene caused dissatisfaction among viewers, who considered it "provocative" and unrealistic, pointing out that it emphasizes division more than it develops the plot in a country with 85 million Muslims. Critics believe that the issue lies not only in the dish itself but also in the context of the dialogues, where members of a Muslim family express surprise by saying phrases like "A pig?", "That's rude!" and "Even a Christian bride is more respectful." According to viewers, these lines were used not to reveal character but to create a tense atmosphere.
Statistics showed that the number of viewers for the third episode dropped by 35% compared to the previous week. The first and second episodes also showed a decline in ratings compared to expectations: the first episode attracted about 2.5 million viewers, while the second had only 2.1 million. Reports indicate that after the release of the controversial scene, the series ranked last in three major rating categories.
Changes to the series schedule in hopes of attracting viewers
In response to the sharp decline in ratings, the management of the national broadcaster ATV decided to change the airing time of the series to increase competition with other programs. It was officially announced that starting from the fourth episode, "Under One Rain" will be broadcast on Sundays to regain viewers and attract a wider audience.
The plot of the series revolves around Rosa, a human rights activist who participates in a demonstration in support of Gaza in London, after which her life changes dramatically. Rosa becomes seriously ill and returns to Istanbul, where she meets Ali, a young man she met at the demonstration. Their love leads to a deep crisis and important fateful decisions.
The series features well-known stars of Turkish drama, such as Hülya Avşar, Deniz Uğur, Levent Ülgen, and Fikret Kuşkan. The project is currently going through a difficult phase, which negatively affects its ratings and overall fate.
