Deepika Padukone has achieved the best during the entire span of her career. Today, the model turned actress stands at an inevitable powerful position in the industry.

Having worked with some of the biggest stars in B-Town, Deepika is one of the top actresses of the current lot. Yet, the head strong girl believes in keeping her head firm on her shoulders.

She recently stated loud and clear that she isn't a star, yet again adding that she doesn't believe in the rat race either. "I don't believe in the number race," said Deepika.

The actress who has made a mark on her own, feels that only her work can take her ahead. "I focus on my work and believe in competing with myself. I think what you achieve in your life is the result of your own talent and hard work," added Deepika.

Currently, the actress is busy shooting for 'Ram Leela' with Ranveer Singh and 'Chennai Express' with Shah Rukh Khan. She is eagerly waiting for her film 'Race 2's reviews as well as it releases today, January 25.