What is orta direk şaban?

Orta Direk Şaban is a character from Turkish cinema, played by actor Kemal Sunal. He is known for his portrayal of a working-class man who navigates through social and economic struggles in Turkey during the 1970s and 80s. Orta Direk Şaban is often compared to the archetypal "everyman" character, representing the common Turkish citizen. The character's name translates to "Middle Mast Şaban," referring to his position as an ordinary person of intermediary socioeconomic status. Kemal Sunal portrayed Orta Direk Şaban in numerous films, including "Şaban Oğlu Şaban" and "Çöpçüler Kralı." The character has since become an icon of Turkish popular culture.