Glory Release Date: Blood, Sweat & Glory; Kunal Thakur Undergoes Intense Transformation For Netflix Series

Actor Kunal Thakur is pushing hard for Netflix drama Glory, which premieres on 1 May. A new behind-the-scenes training video shows demanding boxing drills, strength sessions and conditioning work. The preparation aims to shape Kunal into Raka Singh Beniwal, a convincing fighter who carries heavy emotional stakes on screen.

The role places Kunal opposite Pulkit Samrat and demands sustained high-energy action. Training footage shows rapid punches, controlled footwork and repeated falls, followed by recoveries. Each circuit appears designed to test stamina and mental focus. The work highlights how much physical strain is involved before cameras even roll.

Kunal Thakur Glory Netflix training journey

The intense routine features high-impact boxing rounds, weight training and endurance exercises spread across long days. Kunal shares these glimpses through an Instagram reel, giving followers a closer look at the process. In the post, Kunal explains that the transformation goes far beyond building a physique, calling it a personal "war".

Kunal Thakur captioned "From bruises to breakthroughs, this wasn't just a transformation, it was a war. Days when the body gave up, nights when the mind almost did, but I didn't.Injuries tried to slow me down, doubt tried to creep in, but resilience became my identity. Raka Singh Beniwal wasn't built in comfort.He was forged in discipline, pain, and relentless belief. Massive gratitude to Netflix & Atomic Films for backing this journey and believing in the vision. Thank you to my boxing coach and fight master, Manas sir, Brahim sir and the team for pushing me beyond limits I didn't even know existed. This is more than a physique.This is proof that if you refuse to quit, you become unstoppable. Watch Glory, out 1 May, only on Netflix"

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Kunal Thakur Glory Netflix character preparation

Kunal’s character, Raka Singh Beniwal, is set within a brutal fighting world, both emotional and physical. The performance requires entering the ring on screen and embracing the hits, slips and recoveries. According to the makers, this approach adds detail to every round, showing damage, determination and the cost of chasing victory.

The caption also underlines the support structure around Kunal’s work on Glory. Netflix and Atomic Films receive thanks for trusting the project and backing the demanding preparation. Kunal specifically mentions boxing coach Manas sir, fight master Brahim sir and the wider team, crediting them for pushing limits he previously did not recognise.

Key details about Glory and Kunal Thakur’s role are outlined below.

Detail	Information
Series title	Glory
Platform	Netflix
Lead actor	Kunal Thakur
Co-star	Pulkit Samrat
Character name	Raka Singh Beniwal
Release date	1 May

With Glory arriving on Netflix on 1 May, Kunal Thakur’s demanding preparation points toward an intense screen performance. The shared training clips, the detailed caption and mentions of injuries and doubt all show strong commitment. Viewers will soon see how this effort shapes Raka Singh Beniwal’s journey in the series.