Bekir Develi was born on 4 June 1975 in Bielefeld, Germany. He grew up in a modest family as the son of a housewife mother and a tailor father. After completing his middle and high school education in Adana, he graduated from Samsun 19 May University, Department of German Language Teaching. His years in Samsun brought him not only a diploma but also a spouse and rich life experiences. He worked in many different jobs outside his field of education: he experienced different aspects of life through various professions like radio announcing, ironing, jewelry making, theater acting, trade, and even selling Eskimo pies.

Before stepping into the world of art and media, he received acting and stage training from the late Assistant. Prof. Dr. Mete Tuncel. This training laid a foundation for his career in both television and on stage. Bekir Develi reached a wide audience by hosting over 600 episodes in his television career, including travel, documentary, and competition programs. Notably, he was a guest in homes during Ramadan months by presenting the “Ramazan Sevinci” (Joy of Ramadan) program on TRT 1 for 5 years. Additionally, he provided viewers with a spectacle through live broadcasts he conducted from 2012 to 2025 in various locations (such as Süleymaniye Mosque, Maiden's Tower, and Çamlıca Mosque).

Television Programs

Bekir Develi's television career is listed as follows:

• Annemin Yemeği (My Mother's Food): This cooking program, aired in 22 episodes on TRT 1, won the audience's appreciation with welcomes in villages and moments of mothers-daughters or grandmothers-grandchildren teaching cooking.
• Anadolu Gezgini (Anatolian Traveler): This program, introducing the customs, traditions, and hidden beauties of Anatolia, was aired in 107 episodes on TRT 1. Reruns continue to meet viewers on TRT Belgesel and TRT Diyanet TV.
• Gez Göz Arpacık: This program, which won the “Best Culture and Art Ethics Award” in 2011, brought the cultures of different countries around the world to the screen for 53 episodes.
• Ramazan Sevinci (Joy of Ramadan): Aired during Ramadan months on TRT 1 for 5 years, this program is one of Develi's most well-known works.
• Dünya’da Ramazan (Ramadan in the World): The program, which covered how Ramadan is experienced in different countries, aired for a total of 19 episodes: 4 in 2010 and 15 in 2011.
• İstanbul’da Ramazan (Ramadan in Istanbul): It reflected the spirit of Ramadan from different districts of Istanbul for 15 episodes.
• Kim Bilecek? (Who Will Know?): This competition program, filmed in more than 50 provinces of Turkey, was aired in 97 episodes on TRT 1.
• Arife Tarif: This cooking program, which he co-presented with Ceyda Baza, met the audience live on TRT 1 for 38 episodes.
• Sütlü Kahve (Milky Coffee): The morning show he co-presented with Yeliz Şar, aired for 24 episodes on TRT 1.
• Bayram Şekeri (Holiday Candy): A 15-episode TRT production reflecting the spirit of Bayram (holiday).
• Kardeşlik Sofrası (Table of Brotherhood): Ramadan program broadcast live from Bayrampaşa Adapark on 360 TV in 2015.
• El Alem Ne Der? (What Will People Say?): This production, one of Develi's first television programs, lasted for 60 episodes.
• Seçmen Ne Der? (What Do Voters Say?): A 15-episode TRT program bringing the public's opinions to the screen.

Stage Shows

Bekir Develi is also known for his stage performances in addition to television. His shows, which include a humorous style, are as follows:

• Hacıların Çocuğuyum (I Am the Child of Pilgrims): This stand-up show, written and performed by Develi, was staged many times in Turkey and Europe.
• Dengeli Feslenme: This play, staged over 600 times in Turkey and 15 European countries, concluded its run.
• Dinde Zırlama Yoktur (There Is No Wailing in Religion): A show that toured all provinces of Turkey.
• Fânî But Funny: Staged in Turkey and 8 countries.
• Bizim Hikayemiz (Our Story): A 1.5-hour talk show.
• Dinli-Yorum: This play, Develi's first stage show, humorously narrated daily life and was concluded due to new projects.
• Adsız Gösteri (Unnamed Show): This program continues to be staged in 6 countries and 50 cities.

Works

Bekir Develi's works published by Profil Kitap are as follows:

• Allah Cümlemizi Korusun (May Allah Protect Us All) (2018): His first book.
• Herkes İçin Siyer: Peygamberimiz’in Hayatı - Mekke Dönemi (Seerah for Everyone: The Life of Our Prophet - Mecca Period).
• Herkes İçin Siyer: Peygamberimiz’in Hayatı - Medine Dönemi Cilt 2 (Seerah for Everyone: The Life of Our Prophet - Medina Period Volume 2).
• 40 Öncü 1 (40 Pioneers 1)

Additionally, he has joint works with Hayati İnanç: Fabrika Ayarı (Factory Settings) and Aile İçinde Hayati İnanç (Hayati İnanç Within the Family).

Personal Life and Legacy

Bekir Develi is married and a father of two children. He has traveled extensively throughout Anatolia and various countries for many years, sharing the experiences he gained during this process with his audience. He continues his artistic career with works that combine cultural, humor, and spirituality themes.

Bekir Develi currently hosts the programs “Peynir Gemisi” (Cheese Ship) and “Gönle Düşen” (Falling into the Heart), published on his YouTube channel. In the “Peynir Gemisi” program, he hosts guests and conducts conversations on various topics; he narrates short stories in the “Gönle Düşen” program. These programs demonstrate that Develi continues his narration experience, stemming from his television and stage background, on digital platforms.