👋🏾 Meet Kavika Sharma, Kavi for short, y’all. She was unveiled today as American Girl’s 2023 “Girl of the Year,” making her the line’s first-ever South Asian main character (they released a half South Asian doll in 2009).🌟🌟 A little background on Kavi, she loves performing, she choreographs a Bollywood routine with her friends for their school revue! Between schoolwork, dance and music classes, time with family, Saturday yoga, and hanging out with friends, Kavi has a full plate.💯 📌Here’s what the author Varsha Bajaj said about writing Kavi’s story: “It was a privilege that I didn’t take lightly. I grew up reading stories written by Western authors, and this was my chance to invite readers into my world. One story cannot possibly depict the complexity of India or the Indian diaspora. That said, I took immense delight in showcasing slivers of Indian culture, including dance, yoga traditions, food, clothing, and the many languages and diversity of India’s people. Kavi’s special connection with her Dadima was important to showcase. Kavi’s excitement when she attends her first Broadway show and her dog, Scamper, are all endearing. My favorite part, though, is Kavi’s singing and dancing.” — @varshawrites ✏️ Retailing at $115, Kavi is ready to join millions of homes nationwide. Drop a comment if she’ll be joining yours.🏡♥️ 💃 @aumdancecreations