| 1. Kani Kusruti is an Indian actress known for her work in the Malayalam entertainment industry. |
| 2. She became popular for her role in the Malayalam film Biriyaani (2020). |
| 3. Kani grew up in the village of Cheruvakkal in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, and participated in street plays during her childhood. |
| 4. Despite coming from a wealthy background, she attended a Malayalam-medium government school and later studied theatre arts. |
| 5. At fifteen, Kani chose the last name 'Kusruti,' which means mischievous in Malayalam, as her family didn't believe in surnames. |
| 6. She has experience as a theatre artist and has acted in Malayalam and Tamil films as well as TV shows. |
| 7. Her Kerala State Film Award win was dedicated to PK Rosy, the first female actor in Malayalam cinema and a Dalit woman. |
| 8. Kani faced backlash for her role in the short film 'Memories of a Machine' (2016) for its portrayal of sensitive subjects. |
| 9. Known for challenging societal norms, Kani advocates for body positivity and natural representation in media. |
| 10. She first gained recognition in 2009 with the anthology film Kerala Cafe, particularly in the segment Island Express. |
| 11. She worked as a theatre artist with Abhinaya Theatre Research Centre from 2000 to 2006, debuting with Bhagavadajjukam as Vasantsena. |
