Can Yaman: There's a woman who follows me everywhere!

London, Chaos, and Sandokan: "I feel at home here"

It sounds like the opening of a thriller. Airports, hotels, red carpets—she’s always there. Watching, photographing, waiting. Can Yaman is used to being followed by fans, but this time it’s almost... cinematic. “This Spanish woman follows me. Whenever I go to Brazil or anywhere else, I know I'll find her at the airport,” the actor revealed.

No, she's not a stalker—just a fan. But not just any fan; she's the living symbol of Yaman-mania, the collective craze that has swept Italy and is now set to conquer the rest of the world.

Recently, the mysterious admirer followed the Turkish star all the way to London. So, what was Can doing in the UK? No, he wasn’t shopping on Carnaby Street. He was in London for the global premiere of his new project, Sandokan. The event, held at Leicester Square's Odeon, featured exclusive previews and one clear goal: to win the hearts of British audiences—and beyond.

“I feel like a Londoner now. Being born in Istanbul, I need a bit of chaos, and London is perfect,” he admitted. Yaman displayed contagious enthusiasm, engaging in conversations, posing for photos, and sharing stories. He even discovered that he has British fans. “I didn't know that yet,” he admitted with a smile. But he's not stopping here.

Mission: Conquer America (and beyond)

Can’s goal is simple yet ambitious: to conquer the world. And he might just pull it off. Sandokan is much more than a nostalgic reboot. It’s the Trojan horse that Yaman plans to use to break into international markets. A lavish production by Lux Vide and Rai Fiction, it’s ready for global distribution through Fremantle. Forget just Italy—this series has its sights set on Netflix, the U.S., and Northern European countries.

“With Sandokan, I hope to reach another level of fandom, even in other countries—perhaps the United States and Northern Europe,” Yaman said. Ambitious? Certainly. But also entirely realistic. After all, if anyone can revive Sandokan as an international sex symbol, it’s him.

Adoring fans, obsessive selfies, and tattooed hearts

Wherever he goes, it’s an explosion of fans. Can Yaman knows very well how devoted his fans can be; he’s experienced it worldwide. In Italy, he's treated like royalty. He never shies away from selfies, handshakes, and signing autographs.

“More than 80 percent of my fans are women. Some can be a bit obsessive—when you take their phone to snap a selfie, you notice they’ve printed my face everywhere,” he revealed. It's a passionate love, occasionally bordering on fanaticism—some fans have even tattooed his name inside a heart on their skin. But for him, it's a point of pride: “They never leave me alone.” Words that sound like a mutual promise—a promise that the previously mentioned fan has evidently taken quite literally!

Training like a Tiger

Yet it’s not just Can's looks that draw attention. It’s his personality, talent, and professionalism as well. To embody the legendary Tiger of Malaysia, Yaman didn’t just step into the role of Sandokan—he fully immersed himself. An intense diet, rigorous daily training, and military discipline shaped his preparation.

He lost ten kilograms in just one month, thanks to intermittent fasting. All this to transform himself into a believable warrior, ready for battle in the jungle—and in primetime.

That's why Can Yaman is followed everywhere. Not just by that Spanish lady, but by an entire silent army of fans who accompany him, cheer for him, and wait for him. London was just the beginning. Sandokan will premiere in Italy this fall on Rai1, but its impact is already global.

The message is clear: whether it's Istanbul, Rome, London, or New York… wherever Can Yaman goes, the "Yamaninas" arrive too.

And undoubtedly, so does that particular lady. Right on time. At the airport.