María Elena Velasco

Born: 1940-12-17

Birthplace: Puebla, Mexico

Biography

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

Okey, Mister Pancho
Ni de aquí, ni de allá
Huapango
Duro pero seguro
La madrecita
Fear Doesn't Ride a Donkey
Sor Tequila
Ni Chana Ni Juana
Tonta tonta, pero no tanto
Cascabelito

Top Movie Credits

Okey, Mister Pancho Script
Ni de aquí, ni de allá Director
Huapango Screenplay
Duro pero seguro María Nicolasa Cruz
La madrecita Sor María Nicolasa
Fear Doesn't Ride a Donkey María Nicolasa Cruz
Sor Tequila
Ni Chana Ni Juana Writer
Tonta tonta, pero no tanto María Nicolasa Cruz
Cascabelito Bailarina