Rajesh Mullankil Vellilapullithodi, a 45-year-old technician from Kerala who has lived in Oman for over three decades, was announced as the grand prize winner of the Big Ticket May 2025 draw, taking home an astounding Dh25 million. A long-time participant, Rajesh had bought the winning ticket as part of a group purchase with friends. Initially unreachable due to a network issue while having dinner, Rajesh later appeared at the Big Ticket show in Abu Dhabi, radiating joy and humility. He shared that the unexpected windfall would be used to secure the future of his family, assist friends who shared the ticket, and support charitable causes. His inspiring win reflects the transformative power of the Big Ticket draw, which continues to change lives across the region. As the spotlight now shifts to the upcoming Dh20 million prize in the June 2025 draw, Rajesh’s advice to hopeful participants remains simple yet powerful: “Keep trying. The lucky will win one day.”
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Winner Name | Rajesh Mullankil Vellilapullithodi |
| Nationality | Indian (from Kerala) |
| Profession | Technician |
| Country of Residence | Oman (33 years) |
| Draw Month & Year | May 2025 |
| Winning Amount | Dh25 million |
| Ticket Purchase Method | Group purchase |
| Reaction to Win | Missed initial call due to dinner; later expressed joy and gratitude |
| Plans for Prize | Secure family future, share with group, donate to charity |
| Big Ticket Hosts | Richard and Bouchra |
| Next Draw Date | June 3, 2025 |
| Next Prize Amount | Dh20 million |
| Ticket Price | Dh500 (Buy 1, Get 1 Free) |
| Winner’s Advice | “Keep trying. The lucky will win one day.” |
Monthly Winner Big Ticket
Big Ticket – Lucky Winners (Recent Draws)
| Draw No. | Winner Name | Prize Amount | Ticket No. | Web/Store | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 273 | Rajesh Mullankil Vellilapullithodi | AED 15,000,000 | 375678 | Web | India |
| 272 | Jahangir Alom | AED 20,000,000 | 134468 | Web | Bangladesh |
| 271 | Ashik Patinharath | AED 25,000,000 | 456808 | Web | India |
| 270 | Manu Mohanan | AED 30,000,000 | 535948 | Web | India |
| 269 | Aravind Appukuttan | AED 25,000,000 | 447363 | Web | India |
| 268 | Prince Kolassery Sebastian | AED 20,000,000 | 197281 | Web | India |
| 267 | Abul Monsur Abdul Sabur | AED 20,000,000 | 311573 | Store | Bangladesh |
| 266 | Nur Miah Shamsu Miah | AED 15,000,000 | 201918 | Store | Bangladesh |
| 265 | Tushar Deshkar | AED 15,000,000 | 334240 | Web | India |
| 264 | Raisur Rahman Anisur Rahman | AED 10,000,000 | 078319 | Store | India |
| 263 | Hossein Ahmad Hashemi | AED 10,000,000 | 200781 | Web | Iran |
| 262 | Ramesh Pesalalu Kannan | AED 10,000,000 | 056845 | Web | India |
Dream Car Winners – 2025
| Series | Car Model | Web/Store | Winner Name | Ticket No. | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Range Rover Velar | WEB | Venkata Giribabu Vulla | 020933 | India |
| 14 | Maserati Grecale | WEB | Ali Musharbek | 018083 | United Arab Emirates |
Live Draw Winners – Series 274 (May 2025)
| Sr. No. | Prize | Web/Store | Winner Name | Ticket No. | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand | AED 25,000,000 | WEB | Thajudeen Aliyar Kunju | 306638 | India |
| 1st | AED 150,000 | STORE | Shohag Nurul Islam | 126549 | Bangladesh |
| 2nd | AED 150,000 | WEB | Kamalasanan Omana Riji | 501800 | India |
| 3rd | AED 150,000 | STORE | Sivanandan Ramabhadran Sivanandan | 046357 | India |
| 4th | AED 150,000 | WEB | Imran Aftab | 111977 | Pakistan |
| 5th | AED 150,000 | WEB | Prasantha Thottethody Marappa | 403136 | India |
Weekly E-Draw Winners – Series 274
| Draw Date | Prize | Web/Store | Winner Name | Ticket No. | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Anish Kumar Thekkey Akkara Veettil | 059479 | India |
| 10/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Samsudhin Hosdurg | 138130 | India |
| 10/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Antonette Mohamed | 200439 | Philippines |
| 10/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | STORE | Jishnu Thottingal Kunjankutty | 079644 | India |
| 10/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | STORE | Nazer Vatta Parambil Kunhammutty | 109247 | India |
| 17/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Akhil Sreekanda Prasad | 039369 | India |
| 17/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | STORE | Abu Munsur Ali Ahmed | 016062 | Bangladesh |
| 17/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Rahmut Ullah | 059126 | Bangladesh |
| 17/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Amal V B | 149377 | India |
| 17/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Rishal Ariyil | 213551 | India |
| 24/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Minhaz Chowdhury | 313483 | Bangladesh |
| 24/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Rabiul Hassan | 378956 | Bangladesh |
| 24/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Packeer Ahamed Maraikhan | 223411 | India |
| 24/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Devadutt Vasudevan | 390002 | India |
| 24/04/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Joji Isac | 327820 | India |
| 01/05/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Abdul Assis | 559721 | India |
| 01/05/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Ashwin Unnoonni | 422501 | India |
| 01/05/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Darsh Jiju | 333910 | India |
| 01/05/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Ravi N | 495480 | India |
| 01/05/2025 | AED 150,000 | WEB | Anup Kunder | 393351 | India |
Live Draw Winners – Series 273 (April 2025)
| Sr. No. | Prize | Web/Store | Winner Name | Ticket No. | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand | AED 15,000,000 | WEB | Rajesh Mullankil Vellilapullithodi | 375678 | India |
| 1st | AED 50,000 | WEB | Sandeep Kooleri | 206082 | India |
| 2nd | AED 50,000 | WEB | Jinse John | 276951 | India |
| 3rd | AED 50,000 | WEB | Afra Massoudi | 119709 | Iran |
| 4th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Shiju Jacob | 125651 | India |
| 5th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Dheeraj Prabhakaran | 033604 | India |
| 6th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Abdulla Vazha Valappil | 157116 | India |
| 7th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Harish Chandrasekaran | 264261 | India |
| 8th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Manohar Mamani | 315811 | India |
| 9th | AED 50,000 | STORE | Ansar Aliyar Aliyar Musthafa | 257003 | India |
| 10th | AED 50,000 | WEB | Mohammed Ismail | 321353 | India |
Dream Car Big Ticket
Upcoming Dream Car Draws – 2025
| Series | Car Model | Draw Date | Ticket Price | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | BMW M440i | 3 Jun 2025 | AED 150 | Buy your Dream Car ticket for a chance to win monthly |
| 1 | Nissan Patrol | 3 Jul 2025 | AED 150 | 2+1 Promo: Get 1 free ticket on buying 2 (same series only, not in 2 transactions) |
Latest Dream Car Winners
| Series | Winner Name | Car Model | Ticket No. | Web/Store | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Mohamed ALZarooni | BMW M440i | 018134 | Web | United Arab Emirates |
| 26 | Harun Rashid | BMW 840i | 018422 | Web | Bangladesh |
| 25 | Hassan Almekdad | BMW 430i | 024571 | Store | Syria |
| 17 | Venkata Giribabu Vulla | Range Rover Velar | 020933 | Web | India |
| 16 | Babulingam Paul Thurai | Range Rover Velar | 015221 | Web | India |
| 15 | Nasser Alsuwaidi | Range Rover Velar | 015355 | Web | UAE |
| 14 | Ali Musharbek | Maserati Grecale | 018083 | Web | United Arab Emirates |
| 14 | Veera Venkata Naga Sai Ganesh Pendyala | Range Rover Velar | 012968 | Web | India |
| 13 | Shakirullah Khan | Maserati Grecale | 031944 | Web | Pakistan |
| 13 | Bushra Alnaqbi | Range Rover Evoque | 000017 | Web | UAE |
| 12 | Sunil Gupta Shiv Charan | Maserati Ghibli | 000884 | Store | India |
| 11 | Galileo Balitaan Cayamanda | Maserati Ghibli | 013009 | Store | Philippines |
FAQs
1. What is Big Ticket?
Big Ticket is one of the largest and most popular raffle draws in the UAE, offering participants a chance to win luxury cars, large cash prizes, and other exciting rewards. Tickets can be purchased online or at various retail stores.
2. How do I participate in Big Ticket draws?
To participate, you need to buy a Big Ticket. Each ticket gives you an entry into the draw, where you can win big prizes such as luxury cars and cash. You can buy tickets from Big Ticket’s official website or authorized stores.
3. How much does a ticket cost?
The cost of a Big Ticket typically ranges from AED 150 to AED 500 depending on the draw and the prizes offered. Special promotions may offer discounts or additional entries for purchasing multiple tickets.
4. When are the Big Ticket draws held?
Big Ticket draws are usually held monthly or in series. Draw dates are announced on the official Big Ticket website, and winners are selected randomly. Make sure to check the specific series for the upcoming draw date.
5. How are the winners selected?
Winners are selected through a live, transparent draw process, ensuring fairness and impartiality. Each ticket purchased is assigned a unique number, and winners are chosen at random.
6. What can I win in Big Ticket draws?
Big Ticket offers a wide range of prizes, including luxury cars (like Range Rover, Maserati, BMW), large cash prizes (in the millions of AED), and more. Each draw typically features a grand prize and several smaller prizes.
7. How do I know if I won?
Winners are announced on the Big Ticket website and through official social media channels. You will also receive an email or phone call if you win, along with instructions on how to claim your prize.
8. Can I buy multiple tickets for more chances to win?
Yes! Buying multiple tickets gives you more chances to win. Each ticket has an equal chance of being drawn, so purchasing additional tickets increases your odds of winning.
9. Do I need to be a UAE resident to participate?
No, Big Ticket is open to people from all nationalities. Winners from different countries, including India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, the UAE, and others, have claimed prizes in previous draws.
10. How do I claim my prize if I win?
If you win, you will be contacted by Big Ticket’s customer service team. You will need to provide proof of identity and ticket ownership. The prize will be delivered to you or arrangements will be made for you to collect it.
11. Are the tickets refundable?
No, tickets are non-refundable. Once you purchase a ticket, it cannot be refunded or exchanged.
12. Can I buy tickets for future draws?
Yes, you can buy tickets for future draws in advance. Tickets for upcoming draws are usually available for purchase once the previous draw has concluded.
13. Is there a limit to how many tickets I can buy?
There is no specific limit on the number of tickets you can purchase, but purchasing more tickets increases your chances of winning.
14. Where can I buy Big Ticket tickets?
You can buy tickets from Big Ticket’s official website or from authorized retail stores across the UAE. Online purchases are available for international participants as well.
