While prank videos can be entertaining, they also raise concerns. These include:

Moreover, prank videos often involve deception and manipulation. Participants might be led to believe in a scenario that isn't real, leading to genuine emotional responses that are then captured and shared for entertainment. This raises ethical questions about consent, exploitation, and the responsibility of content creators towards their subjects.

There has been a reported incident involving Mbak Ayu, a social media personality, and an alleged prank targeting an Ojol (online motorcycle taxi driver). The incident, which has been circulating online under the title "Mbak Ayuu Prank Ojol Crot Dalem Cekik Leher51," appears to involve a prank where Mbak Ayu is accused of pretending to choke the Ojol, leading to concerns about the treatment and safety of delivery personnel.