New Delhi | Jagran Entertainment Desk: Shyam Ramsey famous for his cult horror films like 'Purani Haveli' and 'Tahkhana' died of pneumonia at an age of 67 in Mumbai on Wednesday. "He was hospitalised two-three days ago as he was not feeling well. He passed away in the hospital due to pneumonia at around 5 am today," a relative said.
He and his brothers were considered pioneers of horror movies during the 80s, where they made films such as 'Purana Mandir', 'Veerana', 'Do Gaz Zameen Ke Neeche', 'Band Darwaza', 'Purani Haveli', 'Andhera and Saboot'.
Ramsay Brothers became synonymous with the horror genre and went on to make a string of B-grade films in the decade of 1970s and 1980s, featuring zombies, vampires, werewolves, reanimated corpses and snowmen.
The horror drama were widely popular for their unique mix of horror and erotica.
The films made by Ramsay Brothers are still held in high regard till date.
Shyam Ramsay was considered the brain behind the group, he directed films such as 'Darwaza', 'Purana Mandir' and 'Veerana'. He was also responsible for 'The Zee horror show', 'Saturday Suspense', 'X Zone' and 'Nagin'.
The last rites will be held at Ville Parle crematorium on Wednesday. Shyam Ramsey is survived by two daughters Sasha and Namrata.