The highly anticipated third episode of the historical drama series “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” is set to release on December 12, 2023 on TRT, the national public broadcaster of Türkiye. The Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi Episode 5 with Urdu & English Subtitles, which depicts the life of the legendary Muslim ruler Salahuddin Ayyubi who liberated Jerusalem from the Crusaders in 1187 CE, will be available to stream online on TRT’s website with both Urdu and English subtitle options.
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Overview of Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi
Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi, also known as Saladin in the Western world, was the first Sultan of Egypt and Syria and the founder of the Ayyubid dynasty. As the ruler of Egypt, Syria, Yemen, Iraq, and parts of North Africa and Palestine, he led the Muslim opposition to the Crusaders in the Levant and successfully recaptured Jerusalem from them in 1187 CE after 88 years of Crusader control.
Salahuddin is considered a heroic figure in the Islamic world for his chivalrous virtues and military prowess. His ability to unite various Muslim factions under his banner led to monumental victories against numerically superior Crusader armies. He is also respected by medieval Christian chroniclers for his ethics, sense of justice, and merciful treatment of enemies.
About the Series
The Turkish series “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” dramatizes the life of this legendary 12th century ruler. Starring Mehmet Akif Alakurt as Salahuddin, the big-budget production began airing in January 2023 on TRT and tells the story of how one of Islam’s greatest leaders fought back against the Crusader invasion to reclaim Muslim lands.
Across its first two episodes released so far, the series has depicted Salahuddin’s early life, his rise to power in Egypt, and the beginning stages of his subsequent wars with Crusader forces. The show portrays not only the grand battles he commanded, but also the more intimate personal and courtly aspects of his rule.
With its mix of drama, action, and visually stunning backdrops spanning medieval Syria and Egypt, “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” has already gained significant viewership since its premiere. As the show ramps up towards Salahuddin’s most famous military victory in taking back Jerusalem, anticipation continues to build among global Muslim audiences.
What to Expect in Episode 3
The third episode of “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” is set to release on TRT’s website with Urdu and English subtitles on December 12, 2023. Based on a brief preview trailer and descriptions for the upcoming episode, viewers can expect the show’s focus to turn towards Salahuddin’s growing rivalry with the Crusader Reynald de Chatillon.
De Chatillon was a particularly savage and aggressive Crusader warlord who repeatedly broke fragile truces between the Muslims and Crusaders. In episode 3, threats from de Chatillon’s expansionary ambitions push closer towards Muslim lands as he aims to disrupt the pilgrimage routes to Mecca.
As de Chatillon’s provocations become increasingly untenable, Sultan Salahuddin begins preparing for war against the untrustworthy Crusaders. The preview trailer shows armies readying for battle with sweeping desert vistas in the background. Fans eagerly anticipating the seminal moment when Salahuddin’s forces route de Chatillon and the Crusaders should find episode 3 building towards this clash of civilizations.
With both its dramatic storytelling and meticulous historical detail, the creators of “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” have crafted a production full of political intrigue, iconic battles, and insight into one of Islamic civilization’s most celebrated heroes. The promise of outstanding costumes, set design, and cinematography also continues to impress audiences. For followers of great leaders in history and specifically Salahuddin’s epic saga, episode 3 looks positioned to capture viewers with another strong installment.
Where to Watch Online
Viewers around the world can stream episode 3 of “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” on TRT’s official website alongside the full series archive. The site provides options to watch each episode with either Urdu or English subtitle translations.
In addition to desktop streaming on TRT’s site at www.trt.net.tr, the network also offers smartphone and tablet apps for both Android and iOS platforms with support for Chromecast viewing on larger screens.
Along with language translation through subtitles, TRT includes other accessibility features on its video player such as audio descriptions and screen reader capability for the visually impaired.
The broadcaster has made the full “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” series available globally for free without geo-restrictions, enabling fans to conveniently stream regardless of location. However, some countries actively block or otherwise censor TRT, requiring viewers to enable VPN services to bypass these restrictions before accessing the network’s content.
For true high-definition viewing in up to 4K resolution on large screens, TRT also provides the series via its TRT 4K channel, currently available via satellite and digital cable services within Türkiye.
Global Popularity Continues Rising
As one of the most expensive productions undertaken by TRT to date, the historical epic “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” continues attracting legions of devoted fans across not just the Muslim world, but globally among broader audiences.
The show’s success builds on surging international interest in Turkish television exports overall. With distribution to over 60 countries so far, TRT’s dramas now reach an estimated 500 million worldwide fans as the country challenges production powerhouses like Hollywood.
In particular, Islamic-themed Turkish shows like “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi” connect deeply with Muslim audiences from Morocco to Malaysia by blending dramatic entertainment with cultural and religious themes. Their appeal also reaches non-Muslim viewers seeking compelling historical epics.
Indicating this growing global reach, TRT now operates multi-language social media accounts for its major productions like “Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi”. On Instagram alone, the show has over 800k international followers actively engaging through comments and reactions. Along with the official YouTube channel with hundreds of thousands of additional subscribers, the active social media presence drives viewership.
For fans worldwide, the ability to not only watch with translated subtitles but also discuss each dramatic episode online creates a truly immersive experience – one already pulling in massive viewership stats. And with anticipation for season 1 set to climax with Sultan Salahuddin Ayubi’s battle to reclaim Jerusalem next year, the groundswell of eager audiences continues expanding globally.
