Parents. This is how we live (Season 1)

He treats his brothers with admiration and a little envy: he views Timofey, the eldest, as an authority figure, gravitates toward him, tries to emulate him in everything, but often fails to understand Timofey's adult concerns and actions—this leads to petty grievances. Max has mixed feelings about Ilya: they share a room, constantly clash over trivial matters, Ilya often teases or teases the younger one, and Max alternates between getting angry and immediately wanting to start something with him again. Despite all this fuss, it's clear he genuinely loves his brothers and wants to be "on the same wavelength" with them.

Ilya treats his older brother with respect, but at a distance: he tries not to offer advice, and when his older brother explains something, he listens attentively. He sometimes gets jealous of his parents' praise for his older brother, but he doesn't show it openly.
With the younger child, he treats them with care and gentle guardianship: he can joke around, but if the child is having a really hard time (at school, during a fight with friends), he will take their side. He often takes on the role of "translator," helping the younger child convey his thoughts to his parents so they don't get scolded right away.
In general, Ilya tries to be “one of them” for both: with one - in an adult manner, with the other - in a simple way, without moralizing.

Timofey often views Ilya (his middle brother) as someone to keep an eye on, but he also frequently argues and bickers. He may try to guide Ilya down the "right" path—for example, to push him to take his studies more seriously or to help around the house—but he doesn't do it gently, but in the spirit of "at least do something." At the same time, in critical or humorous situations, Timofey still sides with his brother: they might initially bicker, and then work together to confront their parents or solve a common problem.
Timofey is more patient with Maxim (his younger brother), but not without grumbling. He views Maxim as someone who needs to be protected, yet who constantly causes trouble. Timofey may help him, explain simple things, and sometimes cover for him with his parents, but then he immediately complains that "he's so much work." At the same time, his attitude toward Maxim reveals genuine concern: he tries to protect his younger brother and takes on some of the burden of small, everyday tasks.

She pays special attention to her eldest son, Timofey: she expects him to be mature and responsible because he's the eldest, and she often gently but firmly reminds him of his responsibilities. At the same time, she's very proud when he shows independence.
She is patient with her middle son, Ilya, even though he often argues and does everything in defiance: Masha tries not to pressure, but to explain, and in moments when Ilya loses confidence (for example, because of grades), she becomes his support and tries to encourage him.
She is a little softer and more lenient towards her youngest son, Sasha: she often forgives him for his minor pranks, but still teaches him to be orderly and doesn’t allow him to relax completely – she tries to ensure that he doesn’t grow up as a “spoiled little one.”

Sasha respects Timofey (the elder) as he matures, but worries that his son won't follow in his footsteps (Sasha is an architect). He tries not to pressure him, but still expects Timofey to make "serious" decisions and sometimes unwittingly shows disappointment when he chooses his own path. At the same time, Sasha is willing to support his son if he genuinely needs help.
Sasha has a gentle sense of humor about Ilya (the middle child): he sees him as an active, slightly restless child (Ilya enjoys soccer and often gets into domestic trouble). Sasha tries to channel this energy, encouraging sports but also gently reining in his mischief when it gets out of hand. He also tries to motivate Ilya to study by offering incentives that a teenager can understand (like hockey tickets).
Sasha is more warm and patient with Maxim (the younger one): Maxim is still little, asks a lot of questions, and tries out fun experiments. Sasha treats this with a fatherly indulgence, tries to explain rather than scold, and often reminisces about how he used to give in to him in games—this shows his affection.

Inquisitive to the point of being annoying, Max asks a ton of questions, often at the wrong time and about the most unexpected things—from "Why is the soup hot?" to "Will I become a superhero if I don't eat bread?" For him, the world is a vast mystery that needs to be unraveled, piece by piece.
He's spontaneous and emotional. He can't hide his feelings: if he's upset, he immediately cries; if he's happy, he screams at the top of his lungs. Because of this openness, he often causes mini-crises in the family, but they resolve just as quickly.
He's looking for his place alongside his older brothers. He respects Timofey, but is a bit wary of his teenage seriousness. He's more comfortable with Ilya—they play together, have fun, and sometimes get involved in common activities. At the same time, Max wants to be seen not as "small," but as a full-fledged participant.
Stubborn, but easy-going. If he's forbidden or forced to do something, he can stand his ground: "I don't want to, I won't!"—but with a gentle approach and a clear explanation, he'll quickly give in and even get involved.
He's sensitive to adults' tone of voice. A sharp shout can really hurt him, but if you talk to him calmly and give him a small, "adult" task ("Help me set up the spoons; you're the one in charge of the utensils"), he tries his best and is very proud when he succeeds. (Age 8)

Passionate and passionate, football isn't just a game for him, it's a true passion: he's genuinely happy when he succeeds and deeply upset by failure. He can even forget his lessons for the sake of training—not out of spite, but because he's simply "passionate."
Kind and sympathetic. He's not confrontational by nature: he'd rather help than get into a fight. He treats his brothers warmly, and is especially drawn to Timofey, wanting to be like him and follow his example.
He's sensitive to support. It's crucial for him that his parents don't scold him directly, but rather offer support first: if his dad says, "Let's figure out what went wrong" instead of "He got another F," Ilya immediately gets involved and tries to fix everything.
Diligent, but absent-minded. He wants to do his job well, but gets easily distracted: he starts working on a problem, remembers a match, gets distracted, and time flies. This is often why he doesn't get things done, not because he's lazy.
Open and spontaneous. He doesn't hold a grudge for long, switches gears quickly, speaks his mind, and sometimes gets into awkward situations because of his straightforwardness, but he does so without malice. Age 12.

He strives for independence. He constantly emphasizes that he's no longer a child: he argues with his parents, defends his right to make his own decisions, and sometimes deliberately goes against them—but still expects their support.
Contradictory. In some scenes, he acts bold and self-assured, while in others, he suddenly loses confidence and worries about grades, relationships, or not living up to family expectations.
Caring in his own way. He doesn't treat his younger brothers as "minor problems," but tries to help them in his own way: he might help Ilya with his homework or keep Maxim out of trouble, although he does this more in his own style—with teasing rather than moralizing.
He's searching for himself. He tries out different roles: sometimes he wants to fit in, sometimes he suddenly starts thinking about his future and takes his choice of path seriously—because of this, he often finds himself torn between "want" and "need."
He's sensitive to judgment. He reacts very strongly when his parents question his maturity: it either angers him or upsets him greatly. At the same time, it's important to him that his father respects him and that his mother doesn't treat him like a child. (Age 16)

Masha genuinely cares for her children and tries to instill responsibility in them: she monitors their grades, teaches them to work hard, and doesn't let them shirk chores. However, she's not one to do everything for her sons; rather, she wants them to learn to manage on their own.
Practical. She works as an HR manager and applies this approach to her everyday life: she tries to bring order to the family's expenses, keeps track of expenses, and strives to organize everything. For example, she suggests keeping an expense journal to control the family budget.
Emotional and lively. Masha doesn't hide her feelings: she gets upset by bad grades, gets angry when her sons cheat, and is genuinely happy about their small successes. Because of this, she often finds herself in comical situations—whether she's trying to wean her eldest off bottled water or organizing a "preventative" virus treatment for the whole family.
A loving wife, but prone to control. She has a warm relationship with her husband, Sasha, but she often takes the initiative and gently (and sometimes not so gently) guides him: she suggests the best course of action for the children and ensures that domestic matters are not neglected.
A sense of humor. Despite her busy schedule, Masha maintains a sense of self-irony and knows how to laugh at the absurdities of everyday family life. This helps her avoid burnout and smooth over conflicts.

Kind, but with a touch of sternness. He's not one to bully around the clock, but when it comes to important matters, he can be firm. His sternness is more domestic, without cruelty: he's more likely to reason with others than to punish.
A bit lazy and laid-back in a human way. In the series, this is presented as a comedic touch: Sasha doesn't rush to take on household chores first, and sometimes even tries to avoid them altogether, but when necessary, he pitches in.
A loving father who strives to understand his children. He sincerely strives to find a common language with each son, even if it's awkward. For example, he tries to speak to his eldest son, Timofey, in "adult" language, although he doesn't always hit the right tone.
Practical and down-to-earth. As an architect, he's accustomed to thinking structurally, and this sometimes manifests itself in the way he tries to "organize" the family: assigning responsibilities, devising a reward system, establishing order.
With a sense of humor and self-irony, Sasha often makes fun of himself and family inconsistencies, and this helps him smooth over conflicts.
He's a support system for his wife, but he has his own opinion. He and Masha have a partnership: he respects her and listens to her, but doesn't always agree right away—he often tries to do things his way first, only to later admit his wife was right.