Overview

• Hayal Kaya stars as Elena Barin, a trans detective, in the ARD series 'Seeland - a Crime from Lake Constance'.
• The new episode, 'Demons', airs on November 14, 2024, featuring a case involving a man found dead with his ship in Lake Constance.
• Kaya, originally from Turkey and living in Germany since 2013, sees her role as a significant representation for trans individuals on television.
• Her portrayal aims to normalize trans identities on screen, advocating for more diverse and inclusive roles in media.
• Despite her character's identity, Kaya emphasizes the focus on Barin's strength and intelligence as a detective rather than her gender identity.