Aravind Appukuttan, an Indian expat living in Sharjah, has become the latest millionaire after winning a Dh25-million prize in the Big Ticket draw held on December 3, 2024.
A Life-Changing Moment
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Aravind, a salesperson, was out shopping when he received the news. A friend informed him that he had won, but the exact amount left him guessing until he got the official confirmation.
- Remarkably, the winning ticket (447363) was a free ticket, earned through Big Ticket’s loyalty program after years of participation.
- He plans to use the prize money to pay off loans and save for the future, sharing the winnings with 20 people.
Aravind’s Advice: “Never give up and keep trying your luck.”
Other Winners in the Draw
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Dream Car Winner: Harun Rashid, a Bangladeshi resident in Saudi Arabia, won a BMW 840I with ticket number 018422.
- Cash Prize Winners:
- Abdul Nazer (Kerala, India): Dh100,000.
- Akash Raj (Kerala): Dh70,000, after taking a gamble to select a second prize box.
- MD Mehedi, a construction worker, won Dh50,000, shared among 17 people.
- Mohammed Haneff: Initially won Dh30,000, but doubled his luck by choosing a second box to win Dh75,000.
Upcoming Opportunities
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December Grand Prize: A guaranteed Dh30-million jackpot with four other millionaires to be announced.
- Weekly E-Draws: Participants buying two tickets for Dh1,000 in a single transaction from December 1–25 will enter weekly draws, with winners moving on to the final contest.
- Dream Car Giveaway: A Maserati Grecale is up for grabs in the January 3, 2025, live draw.
How to Participate
Tickets can be purchased:
- Online: Through the Big Ticket website.
- In-Store: At Zayed International Airport and Al Ain Airport.
For those hoping to kickstart the new year with life-changing winnings, the Big Ticket offers a blend of cash prizes and luxury giveaways, continuing its tradition of creating millionaires across the UAE and beyond.
