Meet Los Chicaneros, Your New Favorite Instagram Family

If you scroll through Instagram or TikTok and stumble upon a hilarious family sketch about Latino parents, chances are you’ve come across Los Chicaneros. This Colombian family has captured the hearts of millions by turning the everyday moments of family life into comedy gold.

The Boteros; Nelson (the father), María Cristina (the mother), Nicolás (the eldest son), Antonia (the daughter), and Javier (Antonia’s husband); began creating content after moving from Colombia to Florida three years ago. With their base now in Orlando, they’ve become one of the most beloved Latino families online, blending clever humor with cultural authenticity.

Their name, “Los Chicaneros,” comes from a Colombian slang term used to describe someone who exaggerates their success, often after moving abroad. The family uses the idea as the foundation for their sketches, poking fun at those who boast too much while cleverly highlighting cultural quirks.

With more than 30 million followers across platforms, Los Chicaneros are not just social media sensations, they’ve also caught the attention of big brands like Netflix, T-Mobile, and Universal Music, who’ve tapped into their broad appeal. Their videos are family-friendly, deeply relatable, and unapologetically Latino, making them favorites among audiences in Mexico, the U.S., and across Latin America.

10 sketches that prove Los Chicaneros are comedy naturals

1. How my dad shows his love

In this heartwarming sketch, Nelson shows love to his son not with words, but with small, practical gestures: forgiving a loan, buying grapes, offering his own jacket, and volunteering to drive him to the movies.

2. Me helping my dad on house projects

Nicolás hilariously fails at every handyman task: injuring himself with a drill, moving while holding the tape measure, walking off with the flashlight, and forgetting to connect the water hose.

3. When your husband wants to go everywhere with you

María Cristina dresses up for a night out, but Nelson insists on tagging along, showing up in a series of increasingly absurd disguises, from princess gowns to casual outfits.

4. My mom everytime I cut my hair

After Nicolás returns from the barber, María Cristina complains that his haircut isn’t noticeable and that he wasted money , a moment any Latino child can relate to.

5. Me on the yellow flowers’ day

On September 21, Nelson sadly watches everyone gift yellow flowers for Día de la Primavera, but no one gives him any. A bittersweet yet funny portrayal of feeling left out.

6. Real estate agents selling houses videos

Nelson parodies luxury real estate agents, joking about $7 million homes, private chefs, and 12 included bathrooms, poking fun at the ridiculousness of sales pitches.

7. When I see my parents and I realize I’m getting old

A nostalgic video where Nicolás reflects on aging, looking at old photos of his parents and realizing how quickly time passes.

8. If I was the dad in a scary movie

When his son draws a picture of his “new friend”, who turns out to be Death, Nelson doesn’t hesitate: he burns the house down and escapes in a plane.

9. Women’s language

A comedic guide to decoding women’s phrases: from “I’m not hungry” (she actually is) to “nothing’s wrong” (everything is). Nelson’s exaggerated explanations make this a fan favorite.

10. What would you do in this situation?

When a woman throws a rock and breaks his car window, Nelson responds in the most outrageous way: running her over, twice. Dark humor with the family’s signature twist.

With their sketches, Los Chicaneros capture the mix of tenderness, absurdity, and exaggeration that defines everyday Latino family life. It’s no wonder their content resonates with millions. After all, who doesn’t see a little bit of their own family in their comedy?