Whole of Dubai would be jealous of this kerala man's luck. First Rs 9 crore jackpot and after 6 years another BMW jackpot
Back In 2019: A Million-Dollar Surprise
Staying Grounded Despite The Riches
A 45-year-old Indian expatriate from Kerala, Ratheeshkumar Raveendran Nair, has defied all odds by winning not one but two major prizes in Dubai Duty Free's famous draws. The account manager, who has been living in Dubai for over 15 years, won a brand-new BMW 740i M Sport in the recent Finest Surprise Series 1925, nearly six years after he bagged a life-changing Rs 9 crore (USD 1 million) in the Millennium Millionaire Series 300.The latest draw, which took place on July 9 at Dubai International Airport's Concourse A, saw Nair emerge victorious with ticket number 0255, which he had purchased online on May 28. His prize: a luxury BMW 740i M Sport—a car that represents both performance and prestige.Nair, who works as an account manager, expressed his disbelief and excitement at the unexpected stroke of luck. He described the experience of winning for a second time as something he could barely process, saying the joy was simply beyond words.Ratheesh first made headlines in May 2019 when he won USD 1 million (approximately Rs 8–9 crore at the time) through the Millennium Millionaire draw. At the time, he had been residing in Dubai for several years and was living with his family. Despite the sudden wealth, he had chosen to continue his life in the UAE, mentioning he needed time to absorb the shock before making any major decisions about the future.Recounting the moment he first heard the news, Nair shared that he initially struggled to believe the win was real. He checked the ticket number repeatedly and even turned to his friends to confirm it through the official Dubai Duty Free Facebook page. Convincing his wife took even more effort, he said, recalling the disbelief that surrounded his incredible fortune.Even after becoming a crorepati in 2019, Nair chose not to leave his job or return home immediately. He appeared grounded and practical, saying he would take time to consider his next steps. Now, with a luxury BMW added to his list of wins, his story has become even more remarkable.The recent draw also brought fortune to others. Faical El Aawar, a Lebanese expat in Dubai, won an Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100 motorbike after trying for 17 years. Another lucky participant, Mohammad Zaid Al Kilani from Jordan, won USD 1 million in the same round with a ticket purchased online from Doha.
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