shot-button
Independence Day 2025 Independence Day 2025
Home > Entertainment News > Bollywood News > Article > Veerana and Purani Haveli maker Shyam Ramsay passes away

Veerana and Purani Haveli maker Shyam Ramsay passes away

Updated on: 18 September,2019 11:00 AM IST  | 
mid-day online correspondent |

Shyam Ramsay has passed away at 67. The filmmaker complained of chest pain, and post which he was taken to Kokilaben Hospital. He passed away on September 18, 2019.

Veerana and Purani Haveli maker Shyam Ramsay passes away

Shyam Ramsay (Picture courtesy/mid-day archives)

Long before Twilight made vampires fashionable, it was the Ramsays who whet our appetite for the macabre - and a dose of sleaze - with 'chudails' and blood-sucking monsters with films like Do Gaz Zameen Ke Neeche (1972), Purana Mandir (1984), Veerana (1988), Purani Haveli (1989) and Bandh Darwaza (1990).


The Ramsay Brothers ruled the horror genre in Indian cinema for several years as they churned out low-budget films, which went on to acquire cult status. They were widely popular for a unique mix of horror and erotica. Tulsi Ramsay, was the son of FU Ramsay, and was one of seven brothers. He also directed the popular '90s TV series, Zee Horror Show.

Director Vikram Bhatt had this to say about Ramsay, "Shyam Ramsay carried the torch of horror films right through the 70s and 80s. Even amongst the Ramsay Brothers, he was considered to be the leader of the group. He was innovative and regaled his audiences with fabulous spooky cinema from time to time. His passing is indeed sad and his contribution to the dark films will always be held in high esteem."

Catch up on all the latest entertainment news and gossip here. Also download the new mid-day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!

Did you find this article helpful?

Yes
No

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

bollywood news

Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK