Hüsamettin assigns Şaban to sentry duty at a forward outpost and strictly instructs him to allow no one to pass—not even himself—without the correct password. "Şafak" (Dawn).
The scene from the 1977 Turkish comedy classic Şaban Oğlu Şaban is one of the most iconic moments in Yeşilçam cinema history. It features a hilarious interaction between the clumsy soldier Şaban (Kemal Sunal) and his high-strung commander Hüsamettin (Şener Şen). The Scene Setup
In a classic comedic twist, Hüsamettin decides to test Şaban by approaching the post himself. When challenged, the commander realizes he has forgotten the very password he created. Şaban: "Stop! Who is there? Password!" Hüsamettin: "It's me, son... your commander!" Şaban: "I don't care if you're the commander! Password!"
Şaban, in his usual clumsiness, gets confused as Hüsamettin tries to explain the password, leading to comical variations like "Mankafa" (Blockhead) and "Sersem" (Stupid) before settling on the correct word. The Climax
Şaban declares "Wrong!" and shoots his own commander, strictly following the orders he was given.
Experience the iconic comedy of the password scene through these classic clips: What is the Password? - Şaban, Son of Şaban YouTube · ARZU FİLM Şaban Oğlu Şaban | Parola Ne? YouTube · ARZU FİLM Dawn is coming! - Şaban, Son of Şaban YouTube · ARZU FİLM
Hüsamettin desperately guesses "Başak" (Ear of grain).
