Prank Video Culture
How to Prank a Friend With a Fake Haircut Video
The classic version: make a bob-reveal video of yourself, send it to the group chat with no context, and let people react before you admit it is a filter.
Pick a believable photo
Use a normal, recent photo of yourself with your usual hair. The more ordinary the starting image, the more convincing the reveal.
Send it flat, with no caption
Drop the video into the chat with something low-key like "did it". The lack of build-up is what sells it.
Reveal it quickly
Let people react for a few minutes, then tell them it is Bob Haircut Filter. Dragging a prank out past the first laugh is where it turns annoying.
FAQ
Can I make the video look like a friend got the haircut?
Yes, if you use a photo of them. Only do this with a photo you are allowed to use, and tell them before you post it anywhere public.
Fake the bob before you commit to it
Bob Haircut Filter turns one photo into a viral haircut-reveal video in a few minutes. Free on the App Store.