Anika Khurana, the heart behind "Asili by Anika”, grew up in East Africa on the beach island of Mombasa, where her early years were deeply influenced by the sea, natural textures, and colour. Recognised as the top artist in her school, she went on to study Textiles in the United Kingdom at Loughborough University, followed by specialised training in pattern cutting in Milan, Italy. After exploring the fashion industry, Anika returned to her roots and in 2007 began an export business in Kenya, working with kikoy — a traditional Kenyan fabric — producing and exporting sarongs internationally. Following her marriage and move to India, she continued this export business from Delhi. In 2020, circumstances led her to close the business, prompting a return to her true passion for art. Drawing on her background in textiles and design, Anika began working with glass, resin, and mixed media, developing a distinctive style of handcrafted glassware. Today, she is one of the very few artists in India creating glassware using this specialised approach, producing functional art pieces that combine craftsmanship, individuality, and refined aesthetics.