What is Tung Tung Sahur based on?

The character is based on a kentongan, a traditional Southeast Asian wooden slit drum beaten with a stick to wake people up for the pre-dawn Ramadan meal (Sahur).

How do I make the face look authentic?

The key is the uncanny, realistic human face on the wooden body. Printing the meme's face on cardstock and wearing it as a flat mask is the easiest and most accurate method.

Is this costume easy to move around in?

Yes, using a standard spandex bodysuit or a comfortable sweat suit allows for excellent mobility and comfort throughout a party.

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Tung Tung Sahur Costume

Wake up the neighborhood as the viral wooden brainrot legend.

Tung Tung Sahur is a viral internet meme character that originated in early 2025. Representing an anthropomorphic wooden slit drum (kentongan) traditionally used in Indonesia to wake people up for pre-dawn Ramadan meals, this character became a global sensation. The look consists of a brown wooden-textured body, a creepy smiling human face, and a signature wooden bat.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $30–75

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Brown bodysuit
A form-fitting, full-body spandex jumpsuit in a light brown or tan shade to serve as the wooden log body.
DIY: Use a matching brown long-sleeve shirt and brown sweatpants.
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Fabric markers or paint
Dark brown fabric markers or acrylic paint to draw wood grain textures and knots onto the bodysuit.
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Creepy smiling face mask
A custom-printed cardstock mask or a modified plastic mask featuring wide, staring eyes and an uncanny, wide grin.
DIY: Print the character's face on heavy cardstock, cut out eye holes, and attach an elastic band.
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Wooden baseball bat
A classic light-colored wooden baseball bat or a wooden drumstick to serve as the character's signature prop.
DIY: Use a thick wooden dowel or a rolled-up brown cardboard tube.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the brown bodysuit or matching brown shirt and pants as your base layer.
2
Lay the bodysuit flat and use dark brown fabric markers to draw vertical wood grain lines and circular tree knots across the fabric.
3
Let the fabric paint or marker dry completely before putting the bodysuit back on.
4
Secure the printed or purchased creepy smiling mask over your face, ensuring you have clear visibility.
5
Equip yourself with the wooden baseball bat or prop drumstick, holding it firmly in one hand.
6
Complete the look with simple brown or neutral-colored shoes to blend in with the wooden aesthetic.

Makeup & hair

If you prefer not to wear a mask, apply beige face paint over your entire face, then use black and white face paint to draw oversized, staring cartoon eyes and a massive, toothy grin stretching from ear to ear.

Tung Tung Sahur for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with another viral meme character like Tralalero Tralala, the Nike-wearing shark.
group: Form a full 'Brainrot Crew' with friends dressed as Bombardiro Crocodilo, Brr Brr Patapim, and other viral internet legends.
kids: Use a comfortable brown kids' pajama set, draw simple wood lines, and swap the wooden bat for a safe foam version.
Plus size: Opt for a loose-fitting brown one-piece fleece jumpsuit or oversized brown sweats to easily create the log shape.
pet: Dress your pet in a small brown dog sweater and attach a tiny cardboard drumstick to their collar.

Tips

Choose a breathable spandex or cotton bodysuit so you stay comfortable and cool while fully covered.
If your event has strict prop rules, swap the real wooden bat for a lightweight foam or inflatable toy bat.
For the ultimate meme-accurate photos, pose under a dim streetlamp or at a bus stop at night.

Tung Tung Sahur costume FAQ

What is Tung Tung Sahur based on?: The character is based on a kentongan, a traditional Southeast Asian wooden slit drum beaten with a stick to wake people up for the pre-dawn Ramadan meal (Sahur).
How do I make the face look authentic?: The key is the uncanny, realistic human face on the wooden body. Printing the meme's face on cardstock and wearing it as a flat mask is the easiest and most accurate method.
Is this costume easy to move around in?: Yes, using a standard spandex bodysuit or a comfortable sweat suit allows for excellent mobility and comfort throughout a party.

Did you know? Tung Tung Sahur was created in early 2025 by Indonesian TikToker Noxa and quickly became a global phenomenon as part of the viral 'Italian Brainrot' meme genre.