Recent research shows that while viral "cancellations" can act as a form of social control for issues like public abuse or government negligence, about 80% of these interactions on Indonesian social media lean toward cyberbullying.
Viral trends in Indonesia are rarely just about entertainment; they often highlight deep-seated social tensions:
The traditional concept of gotong royong (mutual cooperation) is increasingly being tested by "cancel culture," which is often repressive and punishment-oriented—traits that conflict with the local culture of forgiveness. Current Social Issues in the Viral Spotlight
Viral news frequently covers the silencing of critical art, such as the removal of murals critical of the government.
