Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Rekha Bhardwaj on 'Namak', Gulzar, and Rahman
Singer Rekha Bhardwaj initially didn't want to sing the song "Namak" for the movie Omkara because it was different from her usual style.
Her husband, Vishal Bhardwaj, who composed the music, convinced her to do it.
She had never sung a naughty and sultry song before.
She also talks about how much she loves working with the lyricist Gulzar, who she thinks is very important in her life, and also about her collaboration with A.R. Rahman on the song "Ranjha Ranjha."
Rekha Bhardwaj initially declined to sing "Namak" from the film Omkara.
She was uncomfortable with the song's
Vishal Bhardwaj, her husband, convinced her to sing the song.
She collaborated with Gulzar on several songs and considers him a guiding force.
She also worked with A.R. Rahman on "Ranjha Ranjha" from Raavan.
- Who
- Rekha Bhardwaj, Vishal Bhardwaj, Gulzar, and A.R. Rahman.
- What
- Rekha Bhardwaj's reflections on her music career, particularly regarding the song "Namak" and collaborations with Gulzar and A.R. Rahman.
- When
- The interview took place recently.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Rekha Bhardwaj shared her experiences and perspectives on her career, including her initial reluctance to sing "Namak."
Rekha's Initial View
Rekha's Final View
Song Choice
Rekha's Initial View
Reluctance to sing “Namak” due to its different nature.
Rekha's Final View
Embraced the song after being convinced by her husband.
- Song
- "Namak"
- Film
- Omkara
- Lyricist
- Gulzar
- Composer
- Vishal Bhardwaj
- Song
- "Ranjha Ranjha"
- Movie
- Raavan
- Collaborated with
- A.R. Rahman