“ | Balrog: Honda, give me a hand.
Honda: We've only been in prison two hours. Maybe next month. |
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~ Balrog and Honda being chained in prison while Balrog grabs his chain. |
Balrog is a supporting character of the 1994 live-action film Street Fighter.
He is one of the cameramen (the other being E. Honda) of Chun-Li's news crew. Unlike his video game counterpart who was evil, his 1994 counterpart was rather good.
He was portrayed by Grand L. Bush.
Overview
Balrog was a boxer whose career was ruined by Bison. Working as Chun-Li's cameraman for GNT. He, along with Chun-Li and the other cameraman Honda, tried to kill the dictator. The trio are captured by Bison and the forces of Shadaloo. However, they eventually break free and help Colonel Guile battle Bison's forces. After Bison is defeated, Balrog returns to boxing.
Personality
Balrog was a boxing champion who held a grudge against Shadaloo for ruining his career. He was calmer than his video game counterpart who was more violent.