The /r/arabfunny meme style originated on Reddit as a satirical parody of low-quality, over-edited mobile advertisements and religious WhatsApp forwards common in the Middle East and South Asia. Known for its distinct 21st-century humor aesthetic, these memes are characterized by excessive emojis, ear-rape soundtracks, red circles, and ironically placed pop-culture iconography. The genre intentionally mimics the look of outdated internet culture and sketchy free download sites, creating a surreal and often nonsensical experience. It evolved into a massive subculture of ironic humor that prizes visual clutter and chaotic editing over traditional comedic structure.