Rekha Bhardwaj recalls initially refusing to sing and how Vishal Bhardwaj recorded ‘Omkara’s ‘Namak Ishq Ka’ on flip phone: ‘Kind of a raunchy song’

As ‘Omkara’ nears its 20th anniversary, Rekha Bhardwaj revealed her initial reluctance to record the iconic song ‘Namak Ishq Ka’. She found the track technically challenging and unlike her usual soulful repertoire. Despite her doubts, director Vishal Bhardwaj recognized her unique suitability for the song, ultimately persuading her to lend her voice to the now-celebrated number.