| Date (2024) | Event | Platform | Key Details | |-------------|-------|----------|-------------| | | First video posted | TikTok ( @viralindonesia ) | A user receives a push‑notification‑style screenshot claiming the driver is “Liadani” and is “running late – meet at X location”. | | April 3–5 | Replication | WhatsApp groups, Instagram Stories | Users forward the screenshot with the caption “Jangan panik, ini cuma prank liadani”. | | April 7 | Media coverage | Detik.com, Kompas.com | Articles label the phenomenon “prank liadani” and warn riders to verify driver IDs. | | April 10 | “Indo18” twist appears | YouTube & TikTok | A new version of the prank adds a short link that redirects to Indo18 , an adult‑content portal. The link is disguised as “Ride‑receipt‑PDF”. | | April 12 | Official response | Gojek & Grab statements | Both companies issue safety notices urging users to never click unknown links and to verify driver details through the app. | | April 14 | Fact‑check | MAFIND (Fact‑checking body) | Confirms the screenshots are fabricated; the “Indo18” link leads to an external site unrelated to any ride‑hailing service. | | April 16 | Updated write‑up (this document) | – | Incorporates the Indo18 development and the subsequent public‑policy reactions. |

In recent times, social media platforms have been flooded with videos and stories about pranks targeting online motorcycle taxi drivers, known as "ojol" in Indonesia. One particular prank, dubbed the "Liadani prank," has gone viral and sparked a heated debate about the ethics and consequences of such actions. In this blog post, we'll explore the trend, its impact on ojol drivers, and the broader implications for Indonesian society.

The viral Liadani prank and similar trends targeting ojol drivers in Indonesia serve as a reminder of the importance of being mindful and considerate in our online and offline interactions. While humor and entertainment are vital, they should not be used to belittle or humiliate others.

This specific term often refers to the re-uploading or "updating" of these viral clips to click-driven platforms. Users should be cautious, as "Indo18" tags are frequently used to bait viewers into clicking links that may lead to NSFW content or spam, moving away from the original prank's intent. Why It’s Going Viral (April 2026)

If you're a social media user, consider being more thoughtful and considerate when sharing or creating content. Ask yourself: