City
Epaper

Legendary filmmaker Gangu Ramsay passes away at 83

By ANI | Updated: April 7, 2024 18:15 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 : Known for his contributions to the Indian horror genre, revered filmmaker and cinematographer ...

Open in App

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 : Known for his contributions to the Indian horror genre, revered filmmaker and cinematographer of the renowned Ramsay Brothers, Gangu Ramsay passed away at the age of 83 in Mumbai on Sunday.

His passing, after battling health issues for the past month, was confirmed by his family in a statement, "With profound sadness, we announce the passing of one of the Ramsay Brothers, the legendary cinematographer, filmmaker, producer and the second eldest son of FU Ramsay, Gangu Ramsay."

Ramsay's creative genius was evident in his contributions to over 50 iconic films produced under the Ramsay Brothers' banner.

From classics like 'Veerana' and 'Purana Mandir' to collaborations with stars like Rishi Kapoor and Akshay Kumar in films such as 'Khoj' and the 'Khiladi' series, Ramsay's work showcased his mastery of the craft.

Beyond the big screen, Ramsay made a lasting impact on television with groundbreaking shows like 'Zee Horror Show' and 'Saturday Suspense,' captivating audiences for over eight years. His influence also extended to regional cinema, working with eminent actors like Vishnuvardhan in the Kannada film industry.

As the industry mourns the loss of a visionary, Ramsay's remarkable body of work will continue to inspire and guide aspiring filmmakers for years to come.

"Today, we bid farewell to a visionary whose work will continue to inspire generations to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace," read an excerpt from the statement.

Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

Open in App

Related Stories

InternationalDevotees throng Pashupatinath Temple as Nepal observes second Sawan Somwar

EntertainmentAlia Bhatt produced Difficult Daughters selected for Asian Project Market at BIFF

NationalFormer TN minister and AIADMK leader Anwhar Rajaa quits party, set to join DMK

BusinessShares of South Korean chip giants experienced diverging trends: Samsung surges, SK hynix dips

NationalSVAMITVA Yojana: Gujarat govt waives Rs 200 fee, to issue rural property Sanads free of cost

Entertainment Realted Stories

EntertainmentDog the Bounty Hunter's stepson shoots and kills step-grandson

Entertainment"The most gracious host," says Dulquer Salmaan as he meets Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

EntertainmentRam Charan gears up for ‘changeover’ for ‘Peddi’ next schedule

EntertainmentUma Thurman talks about intense physical prep that went for ‘Kill Bill’ movies

EntertainmentVidya Balan kickstarts Monday morning with ‘head scratching’ riddle