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Financial need draws Ayla, a gifted 25-year-old astrophysics student and devout Muslim, into poker. Her quick calculations and ability to read opponents help her at the table, but her growing gambling habit threatens her studies, her family’s trust and her future.
Former professional Vincent becomes her mentor, offering warmth and guidance while pulling her further into the game. As Ayla pursues another win, she struggles to balance poker with her faith and the ambitions that brought her to astrophysics.
high-pressure poker, gambling addiction drama and Drama
Drama
Season 1 · 6 episodes
ZDFmediathek
Out of financial need, 25-year-old Ayla, a highly gifted astrophysics student and devout Muslim, takes up poker. Fascinated by the game and influenced by former pro Vincent, she risks everything.
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