News Taco – “La India Maria, Presente!”
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by Pocha Peña, A profile of beloved Mexican character actor Maria Elena Velasco (aka La India Maria), 2015:
La India Maria (aka Maria Elena Velasco), a pocharrific indigenous comedienne from Puebla Mexico, took that combi to the sky on May 1st, a special day for progressive proles y paisas alike. A tip of the tando for this legendary actress, producer and major female film director.
Often compared to Lucille Ball, Maria Elena got her start as a showgirl at the legendary Teatro Tivoli in Mexico City, moving quickly to performing in comedy sketches. Her big break came in 1969 when “La India Maria” was featured on Siempre el Domingo, hosted by Latino star-maker Raul Velasco (the Ed Sullivan of Mexico).
