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Dissecting the deadpan politics of Gen Z humour
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Gen Z humor uses deadpan irony, memes, and 15-second videos as a political language.
Satire functions as a coping mechanism for systemic dysfunction and absurdity.
Danish Sait's Nograj character lampoons political double-speak via everyday issues like leaking water pipes.
The Cockroach Janta Party evolved from a satirical response to the 'cockroach' insult for unemployed youth into a real protest movement.
Protesters employ surrealist tactics like alien costumes, Subway Surfers edits, and meme-based placards.