Award-winning filmmaker Zig Dulay has been named one of the recipients of the prestigious 2024 The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) awards, in recognition of his contributions to arts and culture through film and television.
During the announcement ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 15, Dulay was honored for his creative achievements, including the award-winning film Firefly and the critically acclaimed historical fantasy series “Maria Clara at Ibarra.”
In a social media post, Dulay expressed gratitude and reflected on the deeper meaning of the recognition.
“Isa talaga ito sa mga pinangarap ko—isang parangal na nagsasabing kayang-kaya nating gawing kasangkapan ang sining para makapagsilbi hindi lamang sa sarili kundi sa mas nakararami,” Dulay wrote.
The filmmaker also emphasized the collaborative nature of his craft, crediting those who supported him along the way.
“Ang pagsisilbi ay hindi pang-indibidwal lamang. Lagi itong may katuwang at kasama, laging nakakabit sa kapwa. Isang malaking karangalan ang TOYM—pero hindi ito para sa akin lang, para sa atin ito,” he added.
