Hakan Orbeyi: A farewell to Hanover's celebration legend!

Hakan Orbeyi: A farewell to Hanover's celebration legend!

On November 1st, 2025, Hanover mourns a colorful personality: Hakan Orbeyi, who died on October 26th after long-term health problems. Known from the Hanover party culture of the 1990s, Orbeyi was a sought-after guest in many popular restaurants such as “Baggi”, “Zino”, “Zaza” and “Victor’s”, who thrilled people not only with his jovial manner, but also with his full heart. His burial took place in the Muslim rite at Langenhagen's Grenzheide cemetery, where an imam said the funeral prayer.

Orbeyi, who was known as a friendly and full-bodied person, leaves not only friends and acquaintances, but also a striking legacy in art. In the film industry, he starred in various productions such as Sumo Bruno, Kanak Attack, Back to Gaya and Kebab Connection. His talent and charisma have made him a popular figure in the Hanover cultural scene that many will remember.

An unforgettable legacy

Hakan Orbeyi was not only an entertaining man, he was also a person with a moving family tragedy: he was his mother's second child, which she lost within a year. This personal tragedy gives his life and work in the community a deeper dimension. His death leaves a gap that, for many, will not be able to be filled.

Reporter Mirjana Cvjetković's column “Mirjana's City Talk”, which introduces exciting people, has already reported on Orbeyi and highlighted his importance for the local scene. This column shows people's passion for their culture and the special personalities that shape it.

Music and celebration culture

Amid the sadness, there are also bright spots: On November 21st and 22nd, Vincent Stein and Dag-Alexis Kopplin, better known as SDP, will return to the ZAG Arena. They reflect on their surprising success and the large number of concertgoers who love and celebrate their music. Such events show that, despite the painful loss of personalities like Orbeyi, Hanover remains alive and the celebration culture continues to thrive.

In summary, Hakan Orbeyi's legacy is deeply rooted in Hanoverian culture. May his memory live on in the hearts of the people he made laugh so often.