María Elena Velasco

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 MistakeThe Stork's Mistake · 1993
The 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 tantoTonta tonta, pero no tanto · 1972
Tonta 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.
HuapangoHuapango · 2004
Huapango
★ 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 CoyoteThe Feathered Coyote · 1983
The 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 alláNi de aquí, ni de allá · 1988
Ni 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 madrecitaLa madrecita · 1974
La 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 honradaPobre, pero honrada · 1973
Pobre, 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 TequilaSor Tequila · 1980
Sor 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.

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