21 December 2022 10:30
She was considered a Haseki for a reason.
After watching the series “The Magnificent Century”, many viewers had questions about the authenticity of what was shown on the screen. Hence, it seemed strange to some fans that the Sultan considers Mahidevran his wife and demands respect from the rest of the concubines, including Alexandra, towards her rival. However, the wedding in the project was shown only between Alexandra Anastasia Lisowska and Suleiman.
As some researchers suggest, every concubine of the Sultan, who bore him a male heir, was considered the wife of the padishah. In the event of a boy’s death, she again became an ordinary khatun. But some historians argue that the marriage between Suleiman and Makhidevran was nevertheless concluded, it’s just that this moment was not covered in the series.
This version is supported by the noble origin of the Haseki, who was the granddaughter of the Valide. Most likely, it was political motives that served as the impetus for the conclusion of this union. But when Suleiman ascended the throne, he built life at his discretion.
