Rekha Bhardwaj on spiritual journey, finding solace in Osho

In Indian cinema, National Award-winning singer Rekha Bhardwaj stands out for her enduring performances, which have captivated audiences across generations. Her voice possesses a profound influence, guiding many on their spiritual paths. Interestingly, Rekha shared the factors that shaped her own musical journey.
A Journey into Spirituality
During an interview with Shubhankar Mishra, Rekha shared her journey into spirituality and how she found solace in

Osho

. Despite her success in love, life, and career, she felt an inner pull towards Osho. As she noted, “Yes, I was successful in love, life, and my career. But even then, I gravitated towards Osho. Didn’t Vinod Khanna, at the peak of his career, leave everything to go to Osho?” Rekha highlighted that the quest for deeper meaning can arise even in the absence of adversity.
Inner Struggles and Identity

She opened up about the inner struggles that prompted her spiritual journey, despite her outward success. She explained that her identity was often tied to being Bhardwaj's wife, leading to a search for personal identity. As she reflected, “I was known as Vishal Bhardwaj’s wife, and I wasn’t sure about my personal identity. There was a longing for music, and I reached that phase, but then, there is always something else that you are looking for, right?” Rekha also noted how even the most idyllic moments can bring unexpected sadness, much like the melancholy that can accompany a perfect sunset.
The Complexity of Emotions
Rekha shared her insights on the complexities of human emotions, highlighting how even the most idyllic moments can be tinged with sadness. As she noted, “Even when you have everything in life, and you are looking at the perfect sunset, and you are with your loved ones doing things that you love the most, there is a chance that sadness engulfs you. It can make you unhappy. So, there is something that affects you on a different level because no journey is the same.” Her involvement with the Osho school of meditation further deepened her understanding of life's intricacies. She added, “I learnt what ego is, and how easy it is to hold in jealousy, and blame others for our own issues.”