Why is Kirtimukha added to the heads of God sculptures?

Unveiling the Mystical Guardian of Hindu Mythology Kirtimukha, often spelled “Kirtimukhi” or “Kala,” is a frequently used motif in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain art and iconography, especially in India and other South Asian countries. It is sometimes shown as a fierce and grotesque face or mask, with huge, bulging eyes, pointed teeth, and a wide-open mouth. The…