Sixteen-year-old Sabri became the first Muslim woman to perform Kathakali at Kerala Kalamandalam, realizing her long-cherished dream. Her debut during Vijayadashami marked a historic moment for the near-century-old institution, which opened doors to female students in 2021
Age was never a barrier for the veteran artist who had relentless journey for nearly nine decades with his specialisation in "Kalladikodan" style in Kathakali.