: The show's influence is so significant that a documentary titled Maria Is On TV is currently in production.
The story follows (played by Mexican superstar Thalía), a humble, hardworking "scavenger" who lives on the outskirts of the city with her godmother. When her godmother passes away, Maria is taken in by the wealthy businessman Don Fernando de la Vega . Core Plot Elements Marija iЕЎ kaimynystД—s
: The series is famous for its iconic antagonist, Soraya Montenegro , whose over-the-top schemes and legendary "maldita lisiada" (damned cripple) scene became a lasting internet meme decades later. Legacy in Lithuania : The show's influence is so significant that