Simple yet hilarious! A roundup of pranks and surprise gags
Pranks and surprises… Sometimes you just want to spring something on a friend and give them a scare, right?
But big, elaborate setups can be a hassle, so a lot of people are probably looking to try simple pranks instead.
In this article, we’ll introduce easy, low-effort pranks that are perfect for those moments!
We’ve gathered a wide range, from ones that need a bit of simple crafting to ones you can do with no setup at all—enjoy!
Just don’t forget to follow up afterward to make sure everything’s okay!
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Simple yet hilarious! Prank & trick compilation (61–70)
Pretending to splash water prank
This is a prank where you point a paper cup as if you’re about to splash water, but it turns out there was no water in it.
The key is to make it look like you’re pouring water from a capped plastic bottle into the paper cup.
Reduce the amount of water in the bottle beforehand so it makes a sound when tilted, and insert the tip into the cup to hide the cap—these small details matter.
Also pay attention to the speed as you transition from the pouring motion to pointing the cup at the person, and make sure to build the shock after lulling them into a sense of security.
My friend disappears in a haunted house!
It’s a perfect idea for a thrilling surprise performance.
When the group enters, use darkness and special setups so that one person naturally disappears and a different actor joins in.
The key to success is a smooth swap that no one notices, creating a surge of surprise and unease all at once.
The moment someone realizes, “Wait, isn’t that a different person?” will be the highlight.
After the experience, revealing the trick will bring relief and laughter, helping participants feel closer to one another.
With some creativity, you can create many variations, making it a buzzworthy surprise and a centerpiece for a school festival.
Fake eel rice box
We’ll introduce a fake-eel rice box (unajū) prank: delicious and beloved by all, but normally expensive and a bit intimidating.
First, prepare kombu tea, eel sauce, potato starch, mirin, firm tofu, lotus root, and yam.
We can’t include the recipe here, so we’ll skip it—just search on Google and you’ll find it quickly.
Make the fake unajū and have your target try it.
Will they notice it’s a fake, or will they believe it and finish it all? Enjoy their reaction.
A prank where someone suddenly appears behind you when you least expect it
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This is a prank that takes advantage of a situation where the target believes they’re alone, only to realize someone is standing behind them.
The timing of when you appear behind them is crucial; moments like when they’re using a hair dryer—with noise and eyes closed—make it easier to approach.
If you just stand there as-is, the target might calm down thinking you’re there for a reason, so make sure to put effort into a costume that will elicit a strong reaction.
If the person doesn’t notice your presence as much as you expected, getting as close as possible before they notice could also be entertaining.
Skinhead prank
People notice a person’s facial expression together with their hairstyle, and changing that hairstyle can alter how others perceive you.
This prank boldly changes your hairstyle to see what kind of reactions you’ll get.
Instead of actually shaving your head, you’ll wear a cap that makes you look bald.
To make it realistic, blend the cap to match your skin tone.
In the end, be sure to remove the cap and reveal the prank, and it’s also a good idea to ask which look people preferred.
A prank where your tongue falls off
You’d be shocked if someone’s tongue fell out right in front of you, right? To create that surprise, prepare a fake tongue for a prank.
Start the prank in the middle of a conversation when you put your hand to your mouth, or when you do the “akkanbee” face with kids.
Then casually let the prepared tongue slip out of your mouth.
To make it feel even more real, try speaking as if your tongue is getting in the way, slurring your words.
The prankster’s acting skills are an important factor.
If you’re playing this on small children, be sure to reveal the trick afterward so they can feel safe.
A prank with Dalgona coffee
Dalgona coffee, a stylish Korean drink that became a craze in 2020.
Milk on the bottom, whipped coffee on top—the two layers look great, and it’s a sweet and tasty coffee.
You can make it with instant coffee, sugar, milk, and a whisk, but here’s a prank: turn that sweet coffee bitter.
You might enjoy the reaction if you try it on someone who especially dislikes bitter coffee.
In conclusion
I’ve introduced some simple prank ideas—did you find any you’d like to try? They’re all pretty easy to do, so I think they’ll be simple to copy.
Even pranks that are surprisingly easy to set up can really startle someone if you pull them off well, so definitely give them a try!