Indian expat bags Dh20 million in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi live draw
It's the third day of the new month and it's once again time to name a new winner of Big Ticket's grand prize. This month, Shanthanu Shettigar, an Indian expat who lives in Oman bagged Dh20 million in the contest's second raffle of the year.Shanthanu, who works in the retail sector in the Omani capital, Muscat, bought his winning ticket number 305810 on January 20. During a call to inform him of his win during the live show, he said he has been participating in Big Ticket raffles since 2021. He bought his winning ticket with only one friend, which means that each one of them will get Dh10 million.His first reaction to the win was "Oh my God, seriously?.. Thank you!". Regarding what he would do with the money, Shanthanu said he does not know yet, while the show's presenters told him to take his time in thinking.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Shanthanu Shettigar. Photo: Big Ticket'I was honestly speechless'Recalling the moment he learned about his win, Shanthanu, a 33-year-old shop in-charge from Karnataka who has been living in Oman for eight years, said it took him completely by surprise. “Like most people, I receive a lot of spam calls, and I was fully absorbed in my work as well. I knew the live draw was taking place tonight, but I never imagined my name would be announced. When I realized it was real and that I had won, I was honestly speechless. It still hasn’t fully sunk in, but I’m extremely happy.”Speaking about his plans, Shanthanu added, “I will be splitting the prize with my friend, as we bought the ticket together. As for my share, this win was completely unexpected, so I want to take some time to think things through before deciding what to do next. I would definitely encourage others to participate with Big Ticket, whether with family or friends — you never know when your moment might come.”Dubai-based Filipino expat Anna Lee Gayongan, who won the life-changing amount of Dh30 million in last month's live draw, was in attendence today to choose the next lucky winner of the grand prize.Five other millionairesBesides the grand prize of Dh20 million, five consolation prizes of Dh1 million each were also announced in February 3 draw. Here are the new millionaires:Ticket 148955: Jency Ruba, from India, lives in IndiaTicket 219822: Desan Kunshu, from India, lives in IndiaTicket 368090: Santosh Kumar, from India, lives in Abu DhabiTicket 195057: Dulan Mayura, from Sri Lanka, lives in DubaiTicket 142246: Mohammed Abu Syed, from Bangladesh, lives in Al AinFancy carA Bangladeshi expat who lives in Sharjah was also lucky enough to win BMWX5. Shahin Miah bought his winning ticket, 002887, on January 11.Recalling the moment he received the winning call, Shahin, a 32-year-old house driver, described it as overwhelming. “I was driving at the time, so I couldn’t fully understand what was happening. It all felt confusing at first. But once it sank in, the happiness really hit me. It’s an incredible feeling, and I’m truly very happy.”Speaking about what comes next, Shahin added, “I haven’t decided yet whether I will keep the car or take the cash option. This isn’t a decision I’ll make alone, I’ll sit down with my group and we’ll decide together."Big Win drawFour expats from India and Bangladesh had the chance to win up to Dh150,000 in the Big Win contest. Kaushik Udeshi, an Indian expat who lives in Oman, was blindfolded during the show to pick his winning ball with the help of his friend Raj on the phone. Udeshi managed to get the Dh150,000 prize. In comments after the win, he said he plans to spend it on a trip to Vietnam.Another participant, Mohammed Touidul from Bangladesh, used the help of his friend Irfan to also bag the Dh150,000-prize. A Banglaeshi expat called Shoukat Islam got his hands on the Dh90,000 ball with the help of his friend Arshan.The only woman participating in the contest was Diana Princee, who is Indian. With the help of her husband on the phone, Diana got Dh150,000, which she plans to spend on a trip with her son to wherever he wants to go.Next drawBig Ticket Abu Dhabi has announced Dh15-million jackpot for one lucky winner in February. The grand prize for February will be awarded during the live draw on March 3, offering participants the chance to become the next millionaire.Alongside the grand prize, consolation prizes of Dh100,000 each will also be awarded to five winners, reinforcing February as one of the most rewarding months in the draw’s calendar. Throughout the month, Big Ticket will host four weekly e-draws, with each draw awarding Dh50,000 to four winners.Big Ticket Abu Dhabi announces Dh15-million jackpot for February drawIndian, Pakistani expats win Dh50,000 each in Abu Dhabi's Big Ticket drawIndian expat hopes to bring family to UAE after winning Dh50,000 with Big Ticket
It's the third day of the new month and it's once again time to name a new winner of Big Ticket's grand prize. This month, Shanthanu Shettigar, an Indian expat who lives in Oman bagged Dh20 million in the contest's second raffle of the year.
Shanthanu, who works in the retail sector in the Omani capital, Muscat, bought his winning ticket number 305810 on January 20. During a call to inform him of his win during the live show, he said he has been participating in Big Ticket raffles since 2021. He bought his winning ticket with only one friend, which means that each one of them will get Dh10 million.
His first reaction to the win was "Oh my God, seriously?.. Thank you!". Regarding what he would do with the money, Shanthanu said he does not know yet, while the show's presenters told him to take his time in thinking.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Shanthanu Shettigar. Photo: Big Ticket
'I was honestly speechless'
Recalling the moment he learned about his win, Shanthanu, a 33-year-old shop in-charge from Karnataka who has been living in Oman for eight years, said it took him completely by surprise.
“Like most people, I receive a lot of spam calls, and I was fully absorbed in my work as well. I knew the live draw was taking place tonight, but I never imagined my name would be announced. When I realized it was real and that I had won, I was honestly speechless. It still hasn’t fully sunk in, but I’m extremely happy.”
Speaking about his plans, Shanthanu added, “I will be splitting the prize with my friend, as we bought the ticket together. As for my share, this win was completely unexpected, so I want to take some time to think things through before deciding what to do next. I would definitely encourage others to participate with Big Ticket, whether with family or friends — you never know when your moment might come.”
Dubai-based Filipino expat Anna Lee Gayongan, who won the life-changing amount of Dh30 million in last month's live draw, was in attendence today to choose the next lucky winner of the grand prize.
Five other millionaires
Besides the grand prize of Dh20 million, five consolation prizes of Dh1 million each were also announced in February 3 draw. Here are the new millionaires:
Ticket 148955: Jency Ruba, from India, lives in India
Ticket 219822: Desan Kunshu, from India, lives in India
Ticket 368090: Santosh Kumar, from India, lives in Abu Dhabi
Ticket 195057: Dulan Mayura, from Sri Lanka, lives in Dubai
Ticket 142246: Mohammed Abu Syed, from Bangladesh, lives in Al Ain
Fancy car
A Bangladeshi expat who lives in Sharjah was also lucky enough to win BMWX5. Shahin Miah bought his winning ticket, 002887, on January 11.
Recalling the moment he received the winning call, Shahin, a 32-year-old house driver, described it as overwhelming. “I was driving at the time, so I couldn’t fully understand what was happening. It all felt confusing at first. But once it sank in, the happiness really hit me. It’s an incredible feeling, and I’m truly very happy.”
Speaking about what comes next, Shahin added, “I haven’t decided yet whether I will keep the car or take the cash option. This isn’t a decision I’ll make alone, I’ll sit down with my group and we’ll decide together."
Big Win draw
Four expats from India and Bangladesh had the chance to win up to Dh150,000 in the Big Win contest. Kaushik Udeshi, an Indian expat who lives in Oman, was blindfolded during the show to pick his winning ball with the help of his friend Raj on the phone. Udeshi managed to get the Dh150,000 prize. In comments after the win, he said he plans to spend it on a trip to Vietnam.
Another participant, Mohammed Touidul from Bangladesh, used the help of his friend Irfan to also bag the Dh150,000-prize. A Banglaeshi expat called Shoukat Islam got his hands on the Dh90,000 ball with the help of his friend Arshan.
The only woman participating in the contest was Diana Princee, who is Indian. With the help of her husband on the phone, Diana got Dh150,000, which she plans to spend on a trip with her son to wherever he wants to go.
Next draw
Big Ticket Abu Dhabi has announced Dh15-million jackpot for one lucky winner in February. The grand prize for February will be awarded during the live draw on March 3, offering participants the chance to become the next millionaire.
Alongside the grand prize, consolation prizes of Dh100,000 each will also be awarded to five winners, reinforcing February as one of the most rewarding months in the draw’s calendar. Throughout the month, Big Ticket will host four weekly e-draws, with each draw awarding Dh50,000 to four winners.
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