Paul Jose Mavely, a 60-year-old Indian expatriate living in Dubai, has won the Dubai Duty-Free Millennium Millionaire jackpot for the second time in less than ten years. This exceptional achievement is rare and has attracted significant attention and admiration.
Longtime Dubai Resident and Lottery Participant
Mavely, originally from Kerala, has been living in Dubai for 38 years. He works as a site supervisor at a construction firm and has been regularly participating in the Dubai Duty-Free lottery since it started in 1999.
Collaborative Ticket Purchase Strategy
Instead of buying tickets alone, Mavely pools resources with friends to increase their chances. For the latest win, he teamed up with 17 friends to purchase ticket number 3532 online before the May 27 draw, which resulted in their combined victory.
Previous Win in 2016
Mavely first won the $1 million jackpot in 2016, sharing the prize among nine friends. His recent win marks the second time he has claimed the top prize, a rare feat in such a highly competitive lottery.
Social Media Reaction
Dubai Duty-Free announced Mavely’s win on Instagram, where the post received over 200 likes and many congratulatory comments. Social media users expressed amazement and curiosity about Mavely’s luck and praised his teamwork approach.
Gratitude and Inspiration
Mavely expressed his thanks to Dubai Duty-Free for this second big win. His success highlights the power of persistence, teamwork, and strategic participation in lottery games.
Family and Legacy
A father of two, Mavely’s story inspires many by showing how collaboration and steady engagement with the lottery can lead to extraordinary rewards.
