Pulkit Samrat Trains Two To Three Times Daily To Become A Boxer For Glory

Pulkit Samrat is set to portray a Haryana-based boxer in Glory, premiering May 1, 2026. His transformation was not just physical but deeply immersive, as he embraced the discipline of boxing to deliver authenticity on screen.

Training Regimen

Pulkit’s schedule involved two to three sessions every day, combining boxing drills, conditioning, and physiotherapy. Neal focused on teaching him the fundamentals—footwork, punches, and defensive techniques—while instilling mental toughness. The rule was simple: never lie down in exhaustion, a principle that mirrored the resilience of real fighters.

Diet And Fitness

His diet was lean and protein-rich, designed to support muscle definition and stamina. Balanced nutrition ensured he could sustain multiple training sessions daily, while hydration and recovery protocols were strictly followed to prevent fatigue and injury.

Historic Exhibition Bout

Pulkit’s preparation culminated in a live three-round exhibition fight against professional boxer Neeraj Goyat in Mumbai. This made him the first Indian actor, and only the third globally after Tom Hardy and Jake Gyllenhaal, to step into the ring against a professional fighter.

Key Highlights

•⁠  ⁠Pulkit trained 2–3 times daily under coach Drew Neal

•⁠  ⁠Focused on boxing fundamentals, conditioning, and mental toughness

•⁠  ⁠Lean, protein-rich diet supported his transformation

•⁠  ⁠Fought professional boxer Neeraj Goyat in a live exhibition match

•⁠  ⁠First Indian actor to achieve such a feat, joining Tom Hardy and Jake Gyllenhaal

Sources: Hindustan Times, Moneycontrol, Firstpost, MSN