Deepika Padukone's rise as an actor and a global icon is a worldwide phenomenon. But was she a born actor? The answer is no. Deepika wasn't considered to be "an actor" when she stepped into the film world. It is something she worked hard for and that is why her success today is even bigger.

From being a successful model to making her acting debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika charmed her way into people's hearts and she still continues to be their favourite after 13 years of her film career.