Rahman says it was the director's unusual idea of using 15th-century Indian mystic poet Kabir's doha, Had-Had Tape So Auliya, that made him greenlight the song. "Anand is an interesting filmmaker and I liked his ideas. Wako Naam Fakir is a soulful number. I have composed one track for the film as well," says the singer-composer.

Producer Punit Desai reveals that they roped in the Oscar winner only after the makers zeroed in on the final release date - January 18: "After things were sorted out, Rahman was approached for the film. His song will be used for promotions and in the end credits."

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