From Moye Moye to Just Like A Wow, and Bhupendra Jogi, the memes that ruled Indian Internet in 2023
With 2023 drawing to a close, Google has unveiled the year's most searched memes, movies, personalities, and more. As 2023 has been a year brimming with memes, let's explore the top 10 memes most searched by Indians.
10. Smurf Cat meme
Have you seen the adorable blue Smurf Cat meme on Instagram? It's an endearing creation resembling a blue smurf with a mushroom hat, but in reality, it's a cat donning some delightful facial features.
Also known as Shailushai, the Smurf Cat made it to the top 10 searched memes in India, charming audiences with its fusion of the beloved Smurf character and a feline friend.
9. The Waffle House has found a new host
On January 13, 2023, YouTuber Jonny RaZeR Shorts issued a mind-boggling challenge to his viewers: to 'gaslight' the internet by using a designated spam comment across various social media platforms.
Within a swift 72 hours, the video amassed a staggering 1.2 million views. Jonny tantalized his audience, announcing the revelation of the chosen comment on January 31st, which turned out to be, "The Waffle House has found a new host."
This phrase inundated numerous platforms, triggering a flurry of comments everywhere, especially on YouTube, making it a major topic of conversation.
8. Elvish Bhai meme
Elvish Yadav, an Indian YouTuber and the recent victor of Bigg Boss OTT Season 2, gained fame among his fans for his Haryanvi accent and YouTube content. The meme emerged when a fan unexpectedly vocalized Elvish Yadav's name in a peculiar manner.
Check it out:
7. The Boys meme
The Boys meme injected a dose of superhero fun into meme culture, offering a lighthearted take on heroism.
Though originating from a series, Indians crafted reels and memes featuring a group of guys in different scenarios under the caption, "The Boys." For many, it echoed the essence of the phrase "Men will be Men."
6. Wait, It's All Ohio?
If you're unfamiliar with this meme, welcome to the club. Here's the gist.
The meme template portrays two astronauts in space. One astronaut, looking back at Earth, is stunned to find an unexpected representation of the entire planet and asks, "Wait, it's all X?" The other astronaut, armed and prepared, calmly responds with the phrase:
5. Aukaat Dikha Di
The Aukat meme traces back to a scene in the Tamil movie Aayitha Ezhuthu. In the movie’s climax, the lead character, Michael Vasanth (portrayed by Suriya), makes a memorable entrance into the parliament.
The scene was reenacted by numerous Indian influencers, gaining immense popularity, notably due to a Bhojpuri track titled "Dafa 406" sung by the talented Chhotu Shikari featured in the video.
Check it out:
4. Aayien?
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This viral meme's origin lies in a simple misunderstanding that prompted a child to say the term 'Aayein' in response to a question.
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The reporter inquired about the child's favorite subject, to which the child replied 'Aayein,' a slang term for 'pardon.' After clarifying the question, the child's even funnier retort was 'Baigan,' meaning Brinjal.
See the video:
3. Moye Moye
Among the most recent and trending memes, "Moye Moye" has thoroughly infiltrated Instagram.
Originating from a Serbian song that gained traction on TikTok, the catchy tune spawned countless memes, parodies, reels, and even sparked a new dance craze.
2. So Beautiful, So Elegant
This trend sparked by boutique owner Jasleen Kaur has transcended into an international meme, with various celebrities, including Nick Jonas, joining in.
Jasleen's catchphrase, "So beautiful, so elegant just looking like a wow," became viral. Celebrities, including Deepika Padukone, hopped on the trend.
1. Bhupendra Jogi
Bhupendra Jogi has become a viral household name for everyone. The viral video initially surfaced during the Madhya Pradesh elections in 2018. It gained traction when the BJP asserted that the state's roads surpassed those in America. Bhupendra Jogi's direct conversation with The Lallantop team propelled him to widespread recognition.
During the conversation, Jogi was queried about his name and his travels in the U.S. His straightforward reply, "I am Bhupendra Jogi," became iconic.
Check out the interview:
Which one is your favourite?