The UAE Lottery has announced a complete transformation of its popular Lucky Day draw, shifting from occasional massive jackpots to regular weekly excitement with refreshed prize structures. This major overhaul marks the beginning of a new era for lottery enthusiasts across the United Arab Emirates.
End of an Era: Final Dh100 Million Jackpot
The historic transformation was officially announced during the live broadcast on Saturday, November 29, 2025, which represented the final opportunity for participants to win the massive Dh100 million jackpot under the old format. This draw concluded without a winner, meaning no participant matched all seven required numbers.
This development leaves Anilkumar Bolla as the sole record-holder of the Dh100 million grand prize. The 29-year-old IT professional from Abu Dhabi had claimed the life-changing amount on October 18, 2025, and now retains the distinction of being the only person to win the country's largest lottery prize during the Dh100 million jackpot period.
New Weekly Format: More Chances to Win
The revamped Lucky Day draw introduces significant changes designed to increase player engagement and winning frequency. The most notable shift involves the draw schedule moving from fortnightly to weekly events, with draws now occurring every Saturday.
The new format officially commences with the first weekly draw on Saturday, December 6th, giving participants regular opportunities to win substantial cash prizes throughout the month.
Revised Prize Structure: What's Changed
The prize distribution has undergone substantial modifications to accommodate the increased frequency of draws:
- Grand Prize: Reduced from Dh100 million to Dh30 million per weekly draw
- Second Prize: Significantly increased from Dh1 million to Dh5 million
- Lucky Chance Raffle: The number of guaranteed Dh100,000 winners adjusted from seven to three winners weekly
- Ticket Cost: Remains unchanged at AED 50 per entry line
The changes were confirmed by hosts Diala Makki and Chadi Khalaf during the final Dh100 million draw ceremony. They emphasized that the new approach promises "more draws, more excitement and more chances to win" for all participants.
Strategic Shift in Lottery Philosophy
Organizers explained that the transition to weekly draws with adjusted prize amounts represents a strategic shift in their operational philosophy. Rather than focusing on occasional life-changing jackpots, the new format aims to deliver consistent, high-value prizes every week, maintaining sustained player engagement throughout the year.
This overhaul coincides with Lucky Day completing its first year of operations, marking the beginning of the platform's second year with a completely refreshed approach to lottery gaming in the UAE.
The changes are expected to create a more dynamic lottery experience, with weekly anticipation building around each Saturday's draw while still offering substantial multi-million dirham prizes that can transform winners' lives.
