A Bangladeshi taxi driver living in Sharjah, Harun Sarder Nur Nobi Sarder, has become an overnight millionaire after winning the grand prize of Dh20 million in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi’s September draw. The life-changing event took place in the UAE capital on Friday. Harun, 44, bought his lucky ticket number 035350 on September 14, without knowing it would transform his future forever.
The Surprising Reaction
When Big Ticket hosts Richard and Bouchra called Harun during the live draw to share the incredible news, the stunned winner could hardly believe it. He responded only with short words: “Ok, ok.” Later, Harun explained that he was completely shocked and unable to express his feelings in that moment. His calm reaction contrasted deeply with the life-changing reality of becoming a multimillionaire overnight.
Shared Luck with Friends
Harun revealed that he will not keep the Dh20 million all for himself. Instead, he plans to share the massive jackpot with ten close friends who had collectively bought the ticket with him. This act of unity shows how migrant workers often support each other in the UAE, turning small contributions into big opportunities. Their dream of financial stability has now come true through sheer luck.
Years of Hard Work
Harun has been living in the UAE since 2009, spending over 15 years working tirelessly as a private taxi driver in Sharjah. Like many expatriates, he dreamed of a better future and regularly purchased Big Ticket entries, holding on to hope. His determination and patience finally paid off, proving that persistence sometimes leads to life-changing opportunities. For Harun, the reward is beyond imagination.
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Other Big Winners Announced
Besides Harun’s grand prize, the draw also celebrated several other winners. Four participants each received Dh50,000, including Indian expats Shihab Umair and Siddiq Pamblath, Bangladeshi resident Ali Hussein Ali from Abu Dhabi, and Pakistani expat Adel Mohammed living between Dubai and Sharjah. Their smaller yet significant wins added more joy to the evening, highlighting Big Ticket Abu Dhabi as a trusted platform changing many lives.
Spin the Wheel Excitement
In the “Big Win Spin the Wheel” segment, participants tried their luck for extra prizes. Riyas, an expat from Qatar, allowed his friend Ashiq Mottam to spin the wheel on his behalf. The gamble worked well, earning their group Dh150,000. The prize was shared among twenty contributors, proving that collective participation increases both excitement and reward. The crowd cheered the memorable winning moment.
A Woman’s Inspiring Win
Among the evening’s winners, Susan Robert from Kerala, India, stood out as the only female to secure a major prize. She won Dh110,000 and shared her plans to invest in her son’s education and fulfill her dream of visiting Japan. Susan encouraged more women to participate in the draws, saying, “Buy more tickets, ladies!” Her inspiring words struck a chord with the audience.
More Winners Share Prizes
The draw also highlighted other fortunate winners. Alimuddin Sonja from Abu Dhabi won Dh85,000, which he plans to share with ten co-buyers. Similarly, Jazrulislam Fakir Ahmed, a Bangladeshi living in Al Ain, intends to divide his prize among his group of ten. Adding excitement, another Bangladeshi expat, Mohammed Saiful Islam Ahamad Nabi from Sharjah, won a luxurious Range Rover Velar with ticket number 022118.
Looking Ahead to the Next Draw
Big Ticket has announced that its October promotion will offer an even larger jackpot of Dh25 million, to be revealed during the live draw on November 3. To maintain excitement, five weekly winners will also each receive 250 grams of 24-karat gold bars. These prizes ensure that anticipation remains high, as expatriates across the UAE and beyond dream of becoming the next big winner.
