The violent gang leader targeted by Smirnov after a failed robbery. He later adapts the police's media strategy, escalating the conflict into a full-blown war.
Herman's adoption of the reality show tactic directly counters Katya's attempt to frame the police as heroes.
Smirnov's forces engage in direct physical confrontations with Herman's gang during the street war.
Katya's police PR campaign is directly challenged when the gang adopts the identical reality show format.
Herman leads his criminal gang, which collectively adopts his strategic decisions.
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