Abu Dhabi, April 2, 2026: Three Malayalis were among the big winners in the latest Big Ticket weekly draw held in Abu Dhabi, taking home 24-carat gold bars and sparking excitement among participants worldwide.
The winners include Nazia Nasreen Yahya, Jamshad Mathanath, and Rizwan, who secured prizes after years of consistent participation. Their stories reflect persistence and hope, with each winner sharing emotional moments behind their success.
Rizwan, a category manager based in Bahrain, said his five-year journey with Big Ticket finally paid off. He dedicated his prize to his daughter, calling her his “little angel.” Nazia, a homemaker, achieved success after three years of regular participation along with a group of friends, while Jamshad, a hotel employee in Dubai, fulfilled a decade-long dream with a ticket chosen by his daughter.
Another winner, Afghan national Shafiullah Santali, received the news while at a hospital caring for his injured daughter, making the moment even more emotional and memorable.
Following the weekly draw success, Big Ticket has announced a massive jackpot of AED 25 million (over ₹56 crore) for the upcoming draw in May. The initiative is being promoted as a “month of millionaires,” with multiple winners expected, including five additional prizes of AED 1 million each.
Participants also have opportunities to win weekly cash prizes and luxury cars throughout April, making it one of the most rewarding periods in the history of the Big Ticket raffle.
The latest wins have once again highlighted the growing popularity of Big Ticket among expatriates, especially Malayalis, who continue to dream big and participate regularly in hopes of transforming their lives.
