Jack Neo is one of the most prolific filmmakers in Singapore. In recognition of his achievements and contributions towards Singapore's media industry, Neo was awarded the Public Service Medal Award in 2004 and the Arts Cultural Medallion Award in 2005. He continued to receive many other awards such as the local 'Top 10 Special Achievement Awards' from the Special Achievement in the Arts Award, and also the Best Actor and 'The Most Popular Singapore Movie' awards by Malaysia Golden Wau Awards in 2013.