Mom's birthday number brings 'Rs 240 crore luck' to Indian man in UAE

In a heartwarming tale of luck and dreams coming true, Anilkumar Bolla, a 29-year-old Indian expat living in Abu Dhabi, has won the UAE Lottery's first-ever Dh100 million (over Rs 240 crore) jackpot. Bolla's life changed forever on October 18, when he won the grand prize in the 23rd Lucky Day Draw.

Bolla was at home when he received the life-changing call from the UAE Lottery team. "I was in shock. I was sitting on the sofa, and I'm just feeling that, yes, I won it," he recalled. The winning ticket matched all seven numbers - 7, 10, 11, 18, 25, 29 (Days Set) and 11 (Months Set). Bolla's choice of numbers was personal, with the number 11 in the month section being a tribute to his mother's birth month.

With his newfound fortune, Bolla plans to invest wisely and spend on luxuries.

From anticipation to celebration, this is the reveal that changed everything!

Anilkumar Bolla takes home AED 100 Million! A Lucky Day we’ll never forget. 🏆

For Anilkumar, Oct. 18 wasn’t just another day, it was the day that changed everything.

A life transformed, and a reminder… pic.twitter.com/uzCtR38eNE

— The UAE Lottery (@theuaelottery) October 27, 2025

"I was just thinking about how I need to invest this amount, spend it in the right way. After winning this amount, I felt like I have money. Now, I need to work on my thoughts in the right way, and I want to do something big," he said. His bucket list includes buying a supercar and celebrating at a luxurious seven-star hotel. However, his most heartfelt desire is to spend quality time with his loved ones. "I just want to take my family to the UAE, and I want to enjoy my whole life staying with them," he added.

Bolla also plans to donate a portion of his winnings to charity, believing that it will bring him "core happiness." He expressed his gratitude to the UAE Lottery for providing a "very big opportunity" and hopes it will continue to bring joy to others.

"I believe that everything happens for a reason. I suggest each and every player to keep playing, and for sure, one day luck will come to you," he said, inspiring others to chase their dreams.