Viola come il Mare 3: Can Yaman’s Fans Disappointed as No News Emerges About the Series with Francesca Chillemi

Can Yaman and Francesca Chillemi are still far from returning to the set of Viola come il Mare. So, what’s going on with the third season of the beloved Canale 5 drama?

Can Yaman is the man of the moment, thanks to the massive success of El Turco, followed by Sandokan, which is set to premiere on Rai 1 in fall 2025. Francesca Chillemi, meanwhile, continues to shine on Che Dio ci Aiuti on Rai. But now, there’s just one question on everyone’s mind: why haven’t the cameras started rolling for the third season of Viola come il Mare, even though Mediaset had officially confirmed it during the schedule announcements?

Viola come il Mare 3: When Will Filming Begin?

Among the many dramas showcased by Mediaset in recent years, Viola come il Mare is undoubtedly one of the most beloved by Canale 5 viewers. The show stars Can Yaman as Chief Inspector Francesco Demir and Francesca Chillemi as journalist Viola Vitale. Their on-and-off romance, always on the verge of blooming but constantly breaking apart, kept fans glued to their screens, all set against the backdrop of present-day Palermo and its unfolding investigations.

When Mediaset presented its new TV season lineup earlier this year, the return of Viola come il Mare for a third season in 2025 seemed all but certain, with both lead actors expected to reprise their roles.

But to this day, there’s still no word on filming officially beginning, despite growing pressure from viewers who are eagerly awaiting new episodes. In the meantime, Can has seen huge success with the historical series El Turco, and all eyes are now on Sandokan, set to air this fall on Rai 1. Francesca Chillemi, on her end, received much praise for her performance in the latest season of Che Dio ci Aiuti. She also remains active on social media, regularly attending fashion and entertainment events, and is constantly showered with compliments from her loyal fanbase.

So the big question remains: what’s going on with Viola come il Mare, and why haven’t they started shooting yet?

Is Viola come il Mare 3 Canceled?

It’s no secret that when two actors have tight schedules, some projects have to be put on hold. In Can Yaman’s case, not only did he embark on a global promotional tour for El Turco, but he also spent more than four months on the Sandokan set to wrap up production and get the series ready to air on Rai 1 this fall. Francesca Chillemi was also busy filming Che Dio ci Aiuti, one of Rai’s most beloved dramas that continues to captivate viewers season after season.

So, it’s not surprising that both stars chose to put Viola come il Mare 3 on pause. What’s more surprising, however, is that Mediaset hasn’t issued any update on the matter. The lack of communication has sparked concern among fans, who fear that Francesco Demir and Viola Vitale won’t be returning to the small screen anytime soon.

The second season, which aired on Canale 5, ended on an open note—especially regarding the romance between the chief inspector and the charming journalist—leaving fans full of anticipation. Of course, it’s hard to imagine Mediaset giving up so easily on one of its most popular shows in recent years.

It seems more likely that it’s just a matter of time before the full cast can be reunited and filming can finally begin in Palermo. As things stand, it looks like Viola come il Mare 3 won’t be hitting our screens before 2026.