Acting
María Elena Velasco
Born December 17, 1940 · Puebla, Mexico
Died May 1, 2015 · aged 74
María Elena Velasco was a versatile Mexican artist, who stood out in different facets. She obtained recognized professional prestige as an actress, singer-songwriter, filmmaker, screenwriter and dancer. She was known artistically as “La India María”, the name of a character played by her who had achieved great success.
Known For
The Stork's Mistake · 1993The Stork's Mistake
★ 7.61993
MovieAdventureComedy
India María raises a kidnapped newborn and is pursued by criminals who want the boy.
Tonta tonta, pero no tanto · 1972Tonta tonta, pero no tanto
★ 7.81972
MovieComedyCrime
María Nicolasa Cruz, an illiterate young Mazahua woman, travels to Mexico City in search of a better life, only to be swept into a chain of misunderstandings and conspiracies that make her an unlikely suspect in thefts and murders.
Huapango · 2004Huapango
★ 6.92004
MovieDramaMusic
In the Huasteca of Tamaulipas during the most important dance festival of the region, Julia, Huapango national champion, announces her marriage to the distinguished and wealthy rancher Otilio, while Santiago, her dance partner, driven by jealousy and spite, decides to take revenge on the newlyweds.
The Feathered Coyote · 1983The Feathered Coyote
★ 7.71983
MovieActionComedy
The outstanding comedian, "La India Maria," unknowingly ends up as a detective in Acapulco, pursued by smugglers of ancient artifacts.
Ni de aquí, ni de allá · 1988Ni de aquí, ni de allá
★ 8.01988
MovieComedy
This Mexican comedy stars La India Maria, who drives the FBI crazy because they cannot figure out whether she belongs here or there.
La madrecita · 1974La madrecita
★ 7.21974
MovieComedy
María Nicolasa decides to dedicate her life to the faith and enter a convent as a novice. However, her impulsive nature, unmistakable naivety, and unconventional methods immediately disrupt the nuns' rigid routine. Upon learning of the serious financial troubles threatening the local orphanage, the amusing novice does not hesitate to get involved in all sorts of zany situations, confronting thieves, loan sharks, and authorities alike to protect the orphans and keep her order's mission afloat.
Pobre, pero honrada · 1973Pobre, pero honrada
★ 6.01973
MovieFamilyFantasy
Beloved Mexican screen star La India Maria portrays a poor but honorable woman who causes a stir around town when she decides to become a witch doctor in this classic comedy from director Fernando Cortes. When the real medical practitioner in town discovers that there's a new shaman around, the comic trouble that follows is sure to keep viewers in stitches.
Sor Tequila · 1980Sor Tequila
★ 6.71980
MovieComedyFamily
La India María, who is really good at sports, becomes a nun and is always getting in trouble for wanting to help people.
Filmography
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Los Endemoniados del Ring · 1966Los Endemoniados del Ring
★ 5.81966
MovieDramaAction
The ring possessed "Angel" and "Satan" not accept under any circumstances the trickery proposal with "Tarzan Beto" idol of the moment.
Cantante de fondo (uncredited)
El revólver sangriento · 1964El revólver sangriento
★ 6.21964
MovieDramaAction
Follows an "unlucky" gun across the paths of five owners.
esposa de Pedro
El mariachi canta · 1963El mariachi canta
★ 6.61963
MovieMusicComedy
Rivalry and romance between the leaders of a male mariachi band and a female one.
Amiga de Lupe (uncredited)
La presidenta municipal · 1975La presidenta municipal
★ 7.31975
MovieDramaComedy
La India Maria becomes the municipal president due to a ballot typo.
María Nicolasa Cruz
El rey del tomate · 1963El rey del tomate
★ 7.01963
MovieRomanceComedy
El rey del tomate ("The Tomato King") is a 1964 Mexican comedy-drama film, directed by Miguel M. Delgado and starring Eulalio González, Luz Márquez, and Emma Roldán.
Clienta de Librado (uncredited)
La comadrita · 1978La comadrita
★ 7.61978
MovieComedy
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