Tune in: Melody matters

Ira Dubey’s career graph is soaring upwards. Up next for the actress is Gauri Shinde’s next Dear Zindagi, opposite Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt. Ira has an impressive resume in theatre too. Ira’s work includes Merchants of Venice, 30 Days in September, Wedding Album, 9 Parts of Desire and The President is Coming among others. We chat with Ira about her musical favourites:

One song that you listen to on repeat mode on your iPod these days: Closer by The Chainsmokers

Five songs in the soundtrack of your life: Ajeeb Dastaan: I grew up listening to this song since my parents, my sister and I have special memories associated with it. Father and Son by Bob Dylan: This is a quintessential parent to child song. I lost my father last year, and it makes it even more poignant.

Beat It by Michael Jackson: It defined my youth and will always be a song I can dance to. It’s radical, musically complex and strong —all things I like to think I am in life.

Shine On You Crazy Diamond by Pink Floyd: This song reminds me to shine on, no matter what Light my Fire by The Doors: I think this song is sexy and hypnotic.

A song that you love to listen to when you’re You’re happy and upbeat: Empire State of Mind by Alicia Keys and Jay-Z. I also like Alicia’s New York. I also like Sia, I think she is a new-age icon. I also enjoy The Beatles, ABBA, etc. too. You’re really low: I Will Wait by Mumford & Sons

One live act you would love to see at least once in your life: Coldplay