These Siblings Became Ontario Lottery Winners After Scoring $5M & One 'Fell To The Ground'

A group of siblings became Ontario lottery winners last month, and, well — one could say their reactions were a tad extra.

OLG reported that the family members won $5 million after hitting big during the Lotto 6/49 jackpot draw on January 4.

The company listed their names as follows:

• "Thavarajah Ponnuthurai of Kleinburg
• Arulvathani Uthayakumar of Woodbridge
• Yogarajah Ponnuthurai of Woodbridge"

According to the siblings, reactions were mild at first, with Thavarajah recounting, "I went to the store to check our tickets, and I was so happy and excited when I saw we won $5 million."'

But things quickly escalated after Arulvathani was rung up, who was more than a little shocked by the good news.

"Oh my God, I couldn't believe it," she said. "I couldn't function for the next couple of days!"

With, Yogarajah also admitting to being a bit overwhelmed by the call:

"I cried a little and fell to the ground in shock."

The siblings later celebrated the win with their families over a big dinner.

"Everyone was so excited for us, "Arulvathani gushed. "My wife and kids all said, 'We're millionaires!'" added Yogarajah.

As for what's next, Arulvathani says she plans to purchase a car and share the rest with her kids. While, Yogarajah plans to buy a home as soon as possible.

"I'm going to purchase a new car for my son," Thavarajah revealed. "We're so grateful – I would have never thought that we would be lucky enough to win the lottery."

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