Being an actor these days is not a very easy thing. With competition on the rise, actors need to stand apart from each other, to earn their fan following and of course respect.

Applauds for Deepika Padukone, who has understood this right. Versatility being her mantra, success is running behind her. Starting off with retro look in her debut Om Shanthi Om, she has come a long way. From having an action-packed look in Race 2, a South Indian in Chennai Express or playing a graceful Gujurati in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela, she has taken her fans for a ride.

This doesn't end here. In her upcoming releases, she will be seen playing a Goan in Finding Fanny and a Maharashtrain in Happy New Year.

Rightly called the "Reigning Queen" of Bollywood, she sure is giving her contemporaries a run for their money.