What is "mikhalkov"

Mikhalkov is a noble family known from the end of the 15th century. Many of their scions worked for the Soviet Union and modern Russia.

Among notable Mikhalkovs are:

• Sergei Mikhalkov - the author of National Anthem of the Soviet Union, current National Anthem of Russia and children poetry;
• Mikhail Mikhalkov - the younger brother of Sergei, Soviet spy and a writer;
• Nikita Mikhalkov - an actor and a filmmaker, a son of Sergei;
• Andrei Mikhalkov-Konchalovsky - a filmmaker, a son of Sergei;