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News18
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Top 10 Iconic Ramsay Horror Films From The 1980s You Must Watch
Last Updated: Creaking corridors. Candlelit mansions. Disfigured monsters and ghostly brides. Welcome to the spectral world of 1980s Indian horror, where the Ramsay Brothers ruled supreme For any true aficionado of retro horror cinema, the Ramsay horror movies are synonymous with eerie fog, dramatic zooms, gothic mansions, and blood-curdling screams. The Ramsay brothers created a unique kind of cinema in India. Their films mixed spooky stories with dramatic flair, featuring seductive ghosts, black magic, and scary monsters. These weren't just horror films; they were unforgettable experiences that stood out from anything else at the time. The Horror Blueprint: Ramsay Style Every film came with familiar ingredients: an isolated mansion or old bungalow, often inherited or stumbled upon; a naive protagonist unaware of its cursed past; a haunting score layered with eerie tunes; and a ghastly presence waiting to be unleashed. Let's revisit some of their most iconic frights: Guest House (1980): This unsettling tale begins when Christopher, a psychic capable of contacting the spirit realm, arrives in a remote village to conduct a séance. Lodging at a desolate guest house, Christopher becomes the target of greed when the caretaker and an accomplice murder him for his prized ring, severing his hand and burying the body. But evil doesn't rest easily. That severed hand rises from the grave, possessed and bent on revenge. Moody, macabre, and unmistakably Ramsay. Ghungroo Ki Awaaz (1981): When Thakur Ranjeet Singh rescues Kajal from a life of exploitation and brings her home as his bride, the family is not amused. Tragedy strikes when he suspects her fidelity and takes a horrifying step. Haunted by her spirit, Ranjeet flees to Bombay, only to meet Kiran, Kajal's uncanny double. With a gripping dual role by Rekha, and haunting visuals, this film weaves together obsession, betrayal, and supernatural retribution with eerie elegance. Hotel (1981): Suraj, a wealthy industrialist, builds a luxury hotel on sentimental grounds, literally, as it's constructed over a graveyard. Soon after, the staff and guests meet gruesome ends, phones stop working, and landslides isolate the building. With zombie hands clawing out from the earth and long-dead spirits avenging their desecrated graves, this horror-romance-comedy mashup delivers both chuckles and chills in classic Ramsay fashion. Sannata (1981): Sapna and her lover Vinod journey to her late father's mansion to confront his killer, only to find a body hidden in a suitcase. As a burnt-faced killer stalks the halls, guests die one by one in this fog-drenched mystery. A twisted tale of greed, murder, and supernatural justice. Purana Mandir (1984): Perhaps the Ramsay Brothers' most iconic film, Purana Mandir explores a centuries-old curse laid by the demonic tantrik 'Saamri' on the royal family of Raja Hariman Singh. Generations later, a young couple inadvertently awaken Saamri's vengeful spirit. Bursting with eerie visuals, suspense, and a deeply gothic atmosphere, this remains a milestone in Indian horror. Tahkhana (1986): A family torn apart by black magic and greed is drawn back to a mansion where a hidden dungeon, the tahkhana, houses both treasure and terror. Betrayal, monsters, and black-magic rituals await those who dare to enter. Gritty and gory, Tahkhana is quintessential Ramsay. Dak Bangla (1987): A young caretaker and his wife take charge of an ancient dak bungalow, unaware of the undead mummy lurking within. As the line between myth and reality blurs, the couple must face a centuries-old horror. A fan-favourite for its unintentional comedy and mummy-on-the-loose plot. Veerana (1988): A cult hit and perhaps the most infamous Ramsay film, Veerana follows a young woman possessed by a witch's spirit. As she seduces and slays men, the film blurs horror and erotica in classic Ramsay fashion. Jasmin's performance as the possessed protagonist has since become iconic in Indian horror lore. Mahal (1989): Seven strangers, a remote island mansion, and the promise of a fortune. One by one, they fall victim to dark forces that seem tied to the house's bloody past. A classic 'locked-room' horror mystery with a gothic Bollywood twist. Purani Haveli (1989): What begins as a young couple's trip to an old mansion turns into a fight for survival. Hidden in the haveli is a grotesque monster, released accidentally by curious visitors. As deaths mount, the true horror of the haveli is revealed. Gothic ambience, supernatural beasts, and creepy corridors make this a textbook Ramsay production. Why We Still Watch Old Ramsay Horrors? The Ramsay Brothers didn't have the budgets of Hollywood or the finesse of European horror, but they had heart and a flair for atmosphere. Their worlds were built with fog machines, fake blood, rubber masks, and dramatic zooms, but the fear and thrill they instilled was real. In today's age of polished horror and CGI, Ramsay films remind us of a time when terror was tangible, raw, and delightfully theatrical. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
25-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Everlight Solar Named Milwaukee's Top Choice Winner
MILWAUKEE, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Everlight Solar is honored to announce its recognition as a Milwaukee Top Choice winner for 2025. This community-powered award celebrates businesses that go above and beyond for the people they serve in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Selected through public nominations and votes, this award highlights Everlight's commitment to its customers, clean energy, and community impact. "We want to thank the people who believe in our mission as we expand across the Midwest," said William Creech, President and CEO of Everlight Solar. "Our mission is to make going solar simple and affordable for homeowners, and Milwaukee is a great city we're happy to serve." Everlight Solar continues to grow its footprint in the region, providing professionalism and clarity with unmatched support throughout every step of the solar journey. Beyond energy, the company invests in the communities it serves through regular volunteer events and partnerships with local nonprofits like the Guest House of Milwaukee and Adopt-A-Highway. Everlight Solar would like to thank its customers, staff, and partners who voted and helped make this award possible. They remain dedicated to helping more Milwaukee residents harness the sun's power and are proud to be recognized as a trusted leader in the solar industry. For more information about Everlight Solar and to see if going solar is right for you, visit About Everlight Solar Everlight Solar is the fastest-growing solar company in the Midwest, with operations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Idaho, Nebraska, Oregon, Utah, and Wyoming. Everlight Solar earned a spot on both the 2023 Inc. 5000 and 2024 Inc. 5000 lists in their first two years of eligibility. To learn more about open jobs or going solar for your home, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Everlight Solar Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Yahoo
Man charged with homicide for beating 73-year-old near Milwaukee homeless shelter
A Milwaukee man is being charged with first degree intentional homicide for attacking and killing a 73-year-old across the street from a homeless shelter. A criminal complaint filed July 2 alleges Isaac Moore-Hodges, 28, beat the elderly man on June 30 with a plastic crate in a garden belonging to the Guest House of Milwaukee, a homeless shelter on North 13th Street in the King Park neighborhood. Moore-Hodges was formerly enrolled in the Guest House's veteran's assistance program, according to two shelter employees interviewed by a Milwaukee Police Department detective. One employee, unnamed in the complaint, said Moore-Hodges stayed at the Guest House from February through April, then returned in early June. It is unclear whether Moore-Hodges was staying at the Guest House at the time of the attack. Stephen Bauer, the Guest House's chief executive officer, told the Journal Sentinel he cannot disclose whether the victim of the attack was a resident of the Guest House. Bauer referred questions to the Milwaukee Police Department. According to the complaint, Milwaukee Police Department officers were dispatched to the shelter, which provides short-term housing to men, for a battery complaint. At a park across the street, the officers found the victim, who had severe facial injuries and, the officers determined, was already deceased. The officers identified the victim, who is unnamed in the complaint, by an identification card in his pocket. A Guest House employee told officers she saw Moore-Hodges "breathing heavily" near where the victim's body was found around 3:45 a.m., according to the complaint. Officers reviewed video footage from the Guest House, which showed a man they identified as Moore-Hodges approaching the victim, sleeping on a park bench, around 3:35 a.m. on June 30. The younger man then hit the older man with an object resembling a plastic milk crate 18 times, according to the complaint's account of the footage. The man identified as Moore-Hodges walked away from the park around 3:50 a.m. According to the complaint, an autopsy on June 30 affirmed the victim died of multiple blunt force injuries to his head and neck. Moore-Hodges first appeared in Milwaukee County Circuit Court on July 3, according to online court records. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 10. If he is tried and convicted of the charge of first degree intentional homicide, he could face a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Man charged for killing 73-year-old near Milwaukee homeless shelter
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Yahoo
Milwaukee police investigate fatal 'attack' of 73-year-old in homeless shelter's garden
Milwaukee police are investigating the killing of a 73-year-old in the garden belonging to a homeless shelter. The incident took place June 30 shortly before 6 a.m. across the street from Guest House of Milwaukee, 1216 N. 13th St. Police said a 28-year-old has been arrested after a 73-year-old was battered to death. The Guest House has provided shelter, housing, education and services to Milwaukee's unhoused population for nearly 40 years. In a statement, the nonprofit's CEO Stephen Bauer called the incident an "attack." He added no staff or clients were harmed in the incident and referred further comment to Milwaukee police. Police said criminal charges will be referred to the district attorney's office. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Milwaukee police investigate fatal 'attack' of 73-year-old at shelter
Hypebeast
19-06-2025
- Business
- Hypebeast
The Mesonia House Conquers Design's Fear of Color in the Heart of Mexico
Mexican design studioMestizhas unveiled a striking 'handcrafted' guest house in San Miguel de Allende, realizing founder Daniel Valero's vision of creating every detail for a space from the walls, doors, furniture, tableware, textiles, lamps, tiles, and more. Flooded with saturated hues and traditional crafts by artisans across the country, the one-bedroom Mesonia guest house captures the vibrant essence of Mexico's culture. The resulting design challenges the austerity of Modernism and the neutrality of contemporary residential spaces with organic materials and bold color choices ranging from magenta, sky blue, kelly green, and bright red. Glossy sky blue floors and matching walls contrast with the warm wooden ceilings boasting rustic beams, while a red shiplap headboard doubles as an accent wall. The scalloped details above the bed are woven throughout the space on the red bed frame, the green sideboard, and various wooden furniture pieces. San Miguel de Allende's woodworkers carved, tinted, turned, and assembled furnishings by hand, rooting the space in the region's carpentry traditions. Stand-out case goods include a green bistro table covered in thorns at the base and scalloped around the top; a textured red side table carved into a flower-like shape. Cutting through the high-saturation hues, earthy tones ground the suite in the natural beauty of Mexico's terrain. Mestiz's glossy brown tiles clad the mantle and the en-suite bathroom, and tan wicker is the medium for a statement armchair and stepped dinette benches. See the gallery above for a closer look at the Mesonia Guest House by Mestiz. Interested parties can visit the officialMesoniasite for booking information.
