Selin Yağcıoğlu Involves Kerem Bürsin’s Ex Mehtap Algül in the Drama, Stirring Up Controversy

Just a few days ago, rumors began circulating that actor Kerem Bürsin and influencer Selin Yağcıoğlu were romantically involved. And last night, those rumors gained traction when Yağcıoğlu posted a story from Bürsin’s home, practically confirming their relationship.

But what really set social media ablaze was what came next — Selin’s decision to involve Mehtap Algül, her close friend and Bürsin’s ex-girlfriend, in a public “clarification” that ended up creating even more chaos.

Of course, Mehtap didn’t stay silent. Let’s dive into all the details.

From Past Breakups to a New Romance

Influencer Selin Yağcıoğlu, who ended her relationship with Allan Hakko a few months ago, and actor Kerem Bürsin, who split from Melisa Sabancı Tapan around the same time, were recently linked together.

Usually, both are quick to deny false claims, but their silence this time made fans suspect the rumors might actually be true.

And indeed — Selin herself confirmed it. While watching a football match at Kerem’s house, she posted a story that revealed her location. Fans quickly pieced it together, and just like that, the relationship was no longer a secret.

Only a few hours later, Kerem Bürsin’s ex, Mehtap Algül, suddenly became part of the story.

If you’re wondering how, here’s a bit of context: Mehtap and Selin have been close friends for years — or at least, they were. The two were once inseparable.

As for Mehtap and Kerem, their relationship dates back a while. Those who followed Bürsin closely know that the pair once had a passionate, private romance. They even moved in together in 2023. Though their love story didn’t last long, it certainly made headlines at the time.

 

Social Media Backlash

So when news broke that Selin was dating her best friend’s ex, the backlash was immediate. Many users called her out, asking, “How could you do this?”

From Selin Yağcıoğlu’s Instagram channel message (screenshot):

“Hello 👋 I feel I have the right to respond; at the time of that relationship, Mehtap and I weren’t even friends. That may seem unimportant, but I think it’s a significant detail. More importantly, two days after we met, I called Mehtap and told her about it—it’s been about a month. I don’t know where this will go, but this is how we met, and I asked, ‘Would you be okay with this?  How would you feel?’ Mehtap said, ‘Are you crazy? It’s a very old relationship; of course it wouldn’t affect me. Please, enjoy your happiness.’ We discussed this privately without anyone knowing. Therefore, I feel completely at peace and clear of conscience about this. I would never do to someone else what I wouldn’t want done to me. I understand what’s being written, but these are entirely baseless opinions. 🧎‍♀️”

Caption on the screenshot:

“Selin, the whole world has now learned you’ve been together with Kerem Bürsin for a month—got it, sweetie 😘 And then you’ll say, ‘Kerem wouldn’t go along with things like this,’ huh.”
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Faced with criticism, Selin decided to speak up.

Through her Instagram channel, she shared a statement — without ever naming Kerem — but subtly revealed that their relationship had begun about a month ago.

Even more controversially, she admitted that before things started, she had talked to Mehtap about it, asking her, “Would you be okay with this? How would you feel?” — essentially seeking her permission.

That revelation only fueled the drama further.

 

Mehtap Speaks Out

Once her name and private conversation were dragged into the situation, Mehtap Algül decided to respond.

Known for her podcasts and social media posts about relationships, Mehtap released a statement expressing how uncomfortable she was with the situation.

“For the past few days, I’ve been dragged into certain tabloid stories without my consent,” she said, adding, “It was quite disturbing to see my private conversations and details about my personal life shared publicly without my permission.”

She also explained that she worried the situation might interfere with her work: “Please listen to my relationship discussions without taking them out of context,” she asked followers, clarifying that she wanted to continue her job without unnecessary drama.

And just like that, what began as a rumored romance between two celebrities has now spiraled into a full-blown social media storm — complete with friendship fallout, past relationships, and viral accusations.