Zangief is a fictional character from the Street Fighter series, a popular fighting game franchise created by Capcom. Known as the 'Red Cyclone,' Zangief is a massive, muscular wrestler hailing from Russia. He is famous for his grappling moves, particularly his Spinning Piledriver, and is often portrayed as a patriotic character who fights to bring glory to his country. Despite his intimidating appearance, Zangief has a strong sense of honor and respect for strength, often seeking out worthy opponents to test his skills and improve his craft.