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Papus is a fictional character featured in the British television series The Young Ones, specifically the episode "Bambi". He is a large, dim-witted, and perpetually confused circus strongman.

Played by Alexei Sayle, Papus is depicted as a stereotypical Eastern European immigrant, often misunderstanding English phrases and expressing himself in broken sentences. He is hired by Bambi, a contestant on the "University Challenge" parody show, as part of a performance troupe meant to intimidate his opponents.

Papus's role is primarily comedic. He performs feats of strength, such as bending metal bars, albeit with limited skill and a lot of struggling. He is easily manipulated and frightened, often becoming more of a hindrance than a help to Bambi's plans. His presence highlights the show's absurd and anarchic humor.