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The youngest sister, a football-loving and curious girl who longs to be free. She spearheads plans to attend public life beyond the village, setting the pace for her sisters' attempts to escape. Her boldness and resilience drive the group outward toward Istanbul.

The eldest sister who resists arranged marriage and fights for autonomy. She vows to marry only her true love, showing a stubborn dedication to personal choice. Her defiance underscores the conflict between love and cultural expectations.

A sister who accepts marriage but lives with the weight of tradition and silence. She becomes a lesson in desire versus duty, showing how social rituals can strip agency. Her engagement marks another step in the family's plans to contain the girls.

The middle sister who is subjected to sexual abuse by Erol, and ultimately dies by suicide, an act that exposes the darkest consequences of family rule. Her pain illuminates the danger that comes when power is unbridled. Her death becomes a turning point for the remaining sisters.

The youngest sister who remains vulnerable to predatory control but also learns to resist. She experiences early engagement and shows quiet courage as the family attempts to seal her fate. Her escape plan, alongside her sisters, demonstrates collective resilience.

The stern matriarch who orchestrates the family’s adherence to tradition. She embodies the social pressures that trap the sisters, balancing affection with strict enforcement. Her authority sustains the cycle of control and arranged marriages.

A male relative who abuses Ece and embodies the predatory power in the household. His actions demonstrate the real danger of unchecked male entitlement. His presence escalates the sisters' need for escape.

A kind truck driver who assists the sisters in their bid for freedom. His supportive actions underscore the possibility of male allies in the fight against oppressive structures. He helps them catch up to the bus and provides practical help.

The former teacher who greets the sisters warmly in Istanbul, offering a beacon of safety and welcome after their escape. The character represents education and mentorship as a path to liberation. Her warmth contrasts with the village’s oppressive rules.