Pulkit Samrat said, the experience of playing the character of a boxer in the upcoming series of Netflix grandeur has been “intense, yet addictive”. The sports crime drama marks his debut as a lead actor in the OTT space and fulfills a long-standing ambition of the actor, making this role particularly meaningful in his career.

Calling it a long-awaited aspiration, Pulkit shared, “This is a dream character for me,” indicating how long he had been hoping to explore such a demanding role. talking to middayThe actor revealed that the filming was completed in mid-2025 and required extreme physical and mental stamina. He explained that playing the character of a boxer means being disciplined, flexible and committed to constant training throughout the shoot.

Pulkit also revealed that he believes actors should constantly challenge themselves. Describing his approach towards acting, he said, “Otherwise everything becomes formula-based. People start saying, ‘This is what works and this is what sells.’ That’s why we didn’t become actors.” Emphasizing the importance of taking creative risks, he said, “You have to step out of your comfort zone and give the audience something they haven’t experienced before.”

grandeur It revolves around Raghubir Singh, a renowned boxing coach whose life is turned upside down after a brutal attack, forcing him to reunite with his estranged sons, Dev and Ravi. As unresolved conflicts resurface, the family is drawn into a dangerous world of rivalry, buried secrets, and the harsh price of ambition.

Set against the tough world of competitive boxing, grandeur Combines high-octane sports action with a layered crime narrative. Created by Karan Anshuman and Karmanya Ahuja and produced by Atomic Films, the series stars Divyendu Sharma and Suvinder Vicky in lead roles along with Pulkit Samrat. The show will stream exclusively on Netflix.

Pulkit was last seen Rahu KetuCo-starring Varun Sharma, which released in theaters on January 16. The film offers a modern retelling of traditional mythological legends while remaining rooted in their spiritual origins.