Glory Review: Gripping thriller that perfectly blends sports with murder mystery
Glory Web Series Rating: 3.5 Stars
Watched Glory web series on Netflix. So, let’s analyze the cast, release date, story, positive/negatives and at last my personal view on this web series.
Cast: Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat, Suvinder Vicky, Sayani Gupta, Ashutosh Rana, Sikandar Kher, Yashpal Sharma, Kashmira Pardeshi and Jannat Zubair
Director: Karan Anshuman & Kanishk Varma
Release Date: 1st May 2026 on Netflix
Duration: 7 Episodes/ 45 Minutes
Story: Set in Shaktigarh, a small town in Haryana, the story follows a respected boxing coach, Raghubir Singh (Suvinder Vicky) who aspires to secure a gold medal at the Olympics through his student.
However, tragedy strikes when Raghubir’s student Nihal Singh (Yugam Sood) and daughter Gudiya (Jannat Zubair) are attacked by masked men as they attempt to elope after Gudiya becomes pregnant. Nihal loses his life in the incident, while Gudiya sustains serious injuries.
Upon hearing the news, Devender Singh (Divyenndu) and Ravi Singh (Pulkit Samrat) hurry to Shaktigarh to visit their younger sister in the hospital. While Ravinder works in a tractor factory in Patiala, Devender is employed as a bouncer in a nightclub in Delhi-NCR. Both are devastated by Gudiya’s condition and swear revenge. However, this episode also opens up their old wounds. Devender detests Raghubir to the core and refuses to talk straight with him. Ravinder is still struggling to get over his past trauma and has sworn never to fight again.
The brothers along with the help of a police officer and Ravi’s friend, Arvind (Vishal Vashistha) embark on a quest to find the culprit. The three suspects are Viju Sangwan (Ashutosh Rana), who may have wanted to kill Nihal due to the rivalry between the clubs; Manesar mafia Kookie Yadav (Sikandar Kher), whose nephew was one of the attackers; and lastly, Khap Panchayat sarpanch Dhanda (Yashpal Sharma), who had reservations about Nihal and Gudiya’s union as they were from the same gotra.
The story moves between these two threads. One follows the search for the attackers. The other explores how the family deals with its past and its expectations. As the layers unfold, the show tries to connect personal trauma with a larger system. Their journey is filled with unexpected events that ultimately lead them to a shocking confrontation.
Positives
1. Performances
2. Story
3. Background Music
4. Direction
5. First 5 episodes
6. Screenplay
Negatives
1. Length
2. Climax
3. Last 2 episodes
4. Unnecessary subplots
Durgesh Tiwary’s View: When I watched the trailer planned to watch this series on premiere day as trailers looks excellent and concept looks very novel. The story follows two estranged brothers returning to Shaktigarh to avenge their sister’s assault, navigating a corrupt, high-stakes boxing circuit while confronting their past and their father, Raghubir Singh, a legendary coach with secrets that deeply shaped their fractured lives.
Glory story is both intriguing and distinctive. It blends sports with mystery, providing a novel touch. The screenplay is fast-paced and engaging, ensuring that viewers remain captivated throughout. Each episode is packed with numerous twists and turns. It keeps adding, stacking, complicating and twisting until you are left wondering whether it will all collapse under its own weight or somehow come together. The show starts on a very brilliant and intriguing note, but the screenplay slowly spreads itself too thin, touching on everything from bride migration to caste pride, yet failing to land a decisive commentary on any of them. It correctly identifies that in India, sports isn’t just a career; it’s a legacy or probably a ticket out of poverty. The boxing ring serves as more than just a physical arena it mirrors the emotional and psychological battles each character is fighting. The character arcs are well-defined, and the ensemble adds to the show’s chaotic yet engaging texture. Karan Anshuman and Kanishik Varma’s direction is entertaining. They have kept the tone mainstream and have ensured that there are enough action-packed, mass-appealing and confrontational scenes to keep the excitement up for the viewers. The execution is also stylish. A few transitions are very unique and appealing. The end credits are also something to watch out for. Moreover, this is not just a sports drama. Boxing definitely plays an important part but there’s lots more happening outside the ring. The makers strike a balance, ensuring both tracks get enough prominence. While it doesn’t entirely break new ground, it remains engaging enough to hold attention, driven by strong performances and an emotionally charged core.
Series excels in the performance aspect. Divyenndu as Dev delivers an exceptional portrayal, fully embodying his character and impressing audiences with his intense presence. Conversely, Pulkit Samrat as Ravi performs adequately, striving to deliver his lines smoothly. He particularly shines in the boxing scenes. Suvinder Vicky is the standout performer, skillfully conveying the emotions of his character, Raghubir Singh. Ashutosh Rana, as the rival coach, brings authority to his limited screen time, while Vishal Vashishtha lends sincerity to Arvind, a character caught between systemic corruption and personal integrity. Sikandar Kher’s Kookie Yadav adds menace, though the character occasionally slips into familiar territory. Among the female cast, Jannat Zubair Rahmani leaves a strong impression despite limited screen time, serving as the emotional anchor of the narrative. Sayani Gupta, as journalist Joyna, and Kashmira Pardeshi, as Bharti, contribute meaningfully to the investigative subplot, though their arcs could have been explored with greater depth. Meanwhile, actors like Zakir Hussain and Yashpal Sharma feel underutilised, their presence not fully leveraged.
On the flipside, it often slips into predictability, with several plot developments feeling telegraphed despite its layered narrative. The pacing, particularly in the middle episodes, tends to sag, and the abundance of characters sometimes leads to a cluttered narrative where not every arc is given its due. Thematically, the show touches upon significant issues—from gender imbalance in Haryana to the commodification of marriage and the burden of unfulfilled dreams. While these elements add weight, they are not always explored with the nuance they deserve, leaving certain threads underdeveloped. The characters of Kookie Yadav and Dhanda are forgotten after a point, though they are heavily affected by the Singh family’s actions. The whole sequence of Raghubir and Devender being released from prison, as well as the reason behind it, is difficult to digest. Lastly, though the identity of the culprit is unpredictable, it may not seem acceptable to all sections of viewers.
Overall, series works due to its novel blend of boxing, family drama and mystery, along with massy moments, humor, stylish execution and strong performances. It certainly has its flaws, and some of them are quite obvious, but despite that, it makes for a thrilling watch best enjoyed with popcorn. It remains a fast-paced and engaging series for its novel concept. And as it closes on a note of lingering tension, it leaves behind just enough unanswered questions to hint at a possible second round. It offers enough to stay engaging, especially in its performances and initial setup, but it does not fully deliver on the depth it promises. My view on this web-series Recommended.
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