Archive · 29 May 2025
Kerala Man Wins $1 Million Dubai Lottery Twice
A man from Kerala, India, living in Dubai, has won a big lottery prize not once, but twice!
Paul Jose Mavely, who is 60 years old, won $1 million in the Dubai Duty-Free lottery.
This is his second time winning, as he also won the same amount back in 2016.
He's been buying tickets since 1999.
This time, he and 17 of his friends bought a ticket together, increasing their odds.
Many people are amazed by his good luck, and he's thankful for winning again.
This shows that persistence and teamwork can sometimes lead to amazing outcomes!
A 60-year-old Indian expat from Kerala won the Dubai Duty-Free Millennium Millionaire jackpot for the second time.
Paul Jose Mavely, a Dubai resident for 38 years, won the $1 million prize in the May 27 draw (Series 503).
Mavely previously won the same jackpot in 2016, making this his second win in under a decade.
He regularly participates in the Dubai Duty-Free draw since 1999, often pooling resources with friends.
Mavely and 17 friends purchased the winning ticket online on May 19, maximizing their chances.
- Who
- Paul Jose Mavely, a 60-year-old Indian expat from Kerala.
- What
- Mavely won the Dubai Duty-Free Millennium Millionaire jackpot for the second time, taking home $1 million.
- When
- The second win was announced on May 27.
- Where
- Dubai.
- Why
- Mavely has been consistently participating in the lottery since its launch in 1999, often pooling resources with friends.
Public reaction
Public reaction
Public Reaction
Public reaction
Some individuals noted the monetary investment needed to frequently buy lottery tickets.
Public reaction
Many people are congratulating Mavely and marveling at his luck.
- Winner
- Paul Jose Mavely
- Age
- 60
- Nationality
- Indian
- Residency
- Dubai
- Previous Win
- 2016
- Draw Date
- May 27
- Ticket Purchase
- Online on May 19
- Number of Friends
- 17