Pakistani director Roomi Insha passes away

Pakistani director and producer Roomi Insha passed away Monday.

Though details about his death remain unknown, reports circulating on social media suggest the veteran director died of a heart attack.

Insha, who was the son of popular columnist and writer Ibne Insha, was a freelance filmmaker.

Starting his professional career as a graphic designer, Roomi Insha made a move to filmmaking when he discovered his love for the art. In 2003, his name emerged as a capable filmmaker when he made his debut as a director and released a telefilm for the first time.

After becoming a part of the Moomal Productions, Roomi expanded his horizons by stepping into the role of a drama director. He directed acclaimed drama serials such as Najiah, Mannchalay, Tair-e-Lahooti, Mohabbat Ruth Jaye Tou, Mastana Mahi and Mausam all of which were aired on Hum TV.

He also directed Judaai and most recently, Rasm-E-Duniya, which appeared on ARY Digital.

Many from the entertainment fraternity have taken to social media to express their grief: