Social media in Indonesia has recently been flooded with hilarious memes about politician Ahmad Sahroni. From X (formerly Twitter) to TikTok, users cannot stop sharing jokes that turn serious political issues into lighthearted content. The memes spread quickly, gaining thousands of likes and comments within hours. Many netizens admit they follow the trend just to laugh at the creativity of others. The combination of politics and humor is what makes these memes so popular. Instead of reading long news articles, people find memes easier to understand and more entertaining. This viral phenomenon proves that comedy can also be political.
Netizens across the platform reacted in mixed ways to the Ahmad Sahroni DPR memes. Some laughed at the humor, treating it like a light entertainment, while others still took it seriously and highlighted the serious corruption issues and the action that Sahroni did towards the citizens of Indonesia. The most viral meme about him is the one about his fashion style fifteen years ago. The meme spread quickly because it was funny, easy to share, and boosted by social media algorithms. On X, one use wrote, “Ditengah gempuran pemerintah g***** ini, gue ga berhenti ngakak sm meme sahroni. Thanks to netizen ada aja gebrakannya tiap hari.” https://x.com/asdjkl69/status/1962705378820661290?t=PegKkdt9MOd4jDruL4UlWQ&s=08
Others on social media also commented that memes make politics more accessible. The viral impact showed how digital culture can transform political news into humor, making it trend faster and spark broader discussions.
Reactions from netizens have been diverse but overwhelmingly engaged. On Twitter/X, one user commented, “If corruption is made into a joke, it becomes easier to criticize without fear,” gaining thousands of likes and retweets. Instagram is filled with meme pages that collect and remix Sahroni content, while on TikTok, short videos with humorous captions have reached millions of views. The viral momentum is driven by algorithms that push relatable and shareable content, meaning that the more people laugh and comment, the further the memes spread. Some netizens treat the memes lightly, enjoying them purely as entertainment, while others use the comment sections to express serious frustrations about corruption in Indonesia. For instance, a TikTok user wrote, “It’s funny, but also sad, because it reflects what’s really happening.” The balance between humor and criticism explains why the memes have dominated trending pages for days. They are funny enough to share casually, but meaningful enough to spark political debate.
The spread of Ahmad Sahroni memes shows how humor and politics intersect in Indonesia’s digital culture. Memes serve as both entertainment and commentary, allowing citizens to engage with corruption scandals in a more accessible way. While some netizens laugh at the jokes, others recognize the serious issues behind them, proving memes can shape both perception and discourse. Their virality, boosted by algorithms, shows the power of humor in amplifying political narratives. In conclusion, Sahroni’s memes highlight how comedy has become a modern tool of political engagement, turning complex issues into relatable, shareable,and impactful conversations online.
Article by: Eva Khoirunisa, Asri Astuti, Ajie Intan Aulia Rahman, Amare Riefqi Amodya.
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