Gemini Nano Banana AI: 5 Google-Approved Prompts to Upgrade Your Profile Picture

Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model — popularly called Nano Banana — is taking social media by storm. From turning selfies into vintage saree portraits to creating 3D figurines, the AI-powered tool is redefining how people experiment with profile pictures and online identities.

Now, Google has rolled out five official prompts designed to help users transform their selfies into eye-catching profile pictures with just a few words.

Why Nano Banana is Different

Nano Banana, available inside the Gemini app, is the latest AI image generation and editing model by Google DeepMind. Unlike traditional editing software, the model allows users to enter a simple text prompt to create complex, hyper-realistic edits — all while preserving facial features, outfits, and key details.

It’s a major leap forward compared to older Google models and even rival platforms like ChatGPT and Qwen. The result: edits that are stylish, creative, and shareable in seconds.

How to Use Gemini Nano Banana

• Open the Gemini app or website.
• Tap the Nano Banana option.
• Upload your image.
• Enter one of Google’s official prompts (or create your own).
• Download and share your new profile picture.

5 Google-Approved Prompts for Profile Pictures

1. Paperback Bestseller Cover

Transform your selfie into the face of a gritty thriller novel.

Prompt: “Turn me into the cover character on a worn, paperback best seller.”

2. 90s Video Game Character

Relive the retro arcade era with a pixelated racing game vibe.

Google’s prompt: “Without changing my outfit, what would I look like as a racing video game character from the 90s?”

Alternative prompt (Qwen): “Transform this photo into a 90s-style racing video game character, pixel art style, driving a red race car, same outfit, cartoonish background with palm trees and a road, retro HUD with time and score.”

3. Ceramic Mug Portrait

See yourself as a quirky, functional ceramic mug.

Prompt: “Preserving my likeness, create a ceramic mug version of my head. Make my head the entire mug.”

4. Graffiti Wall Mural

Turn your selfie into a bold piece of street art on a city wall.

Prompt: “Turn me into a huge, graffiti mural on the side of a building.”

5. Amigurumi Doll

Shrink yourself into a soft, hand-crocheted doll collectible.

Prompt: “Turn me into a detailed amigurumi doll sitting on a shelf.”

Alternative prompt (Qwen): “Create a minimalist amigurumi version of me, sitting on a shelf, soft colors.”

The Bigger Picture

From retro Bollywood saree edits to festival portraits and now profile picture makeovers, Nano Banana is proving to be more than just a novelty. It reflects a growing trend where AI editing tools replace traditional design apps, making creativity more accessible for everyone.

With these five official prompts, Google is pushing users to try out playful, artistic, and highly shareable looks that can go viral instantly.