How to Make Nano Banana AI Figurines Free with Google Gemini
Learn how to make Nano Banana AI figurines using Google Gemini 2.5 Flash. Indians are turning photos into viral 3D collectibles free of cost.
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A new digital trend called Nano Banana is sweeping through India’s online platforms, with users generating toy-like figurines of themselves using Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool. The feature, which produces collectible-style 3D models within seconds, has become one of the fastest-growing viral phenomena in 2025.
Posts tagged with the trend now appear widely on Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube. Users are uploading miniature versions of themselves, celebrities, politicians, and even pets. The figurines appear like glossy merchandise that could be sold in stores, yet they are completely virtual and free to create.
The tool requires only a photograph and a short text prompt. Within moments, Gemini generates polished 3D characters that resemble professional merchandise. No payment or advanced design skills are needed, which has contributed to its rapid adoption in India.
Content creators are taking the format further by designing collectible boxes, 16-bit video game avatars, and themed figurines ranging from samurai-inspired pets to Bollywood characters. The ease of customization and instant output has made the feature widely shareable, boosting its reach across social media.
Users can access the trend through Google AI Studio in the Gemini app or website:
1. Upload a photo or start with a text prompt.
2. Use or adapt Google’s recommended prompt: “Create a 1/7 scale commercialised figurine of the characters in the picture, in a realistic style… placed on a computer desk… with a toy packaging box printed with original artwork.”
3. Generate the image and adjust prompts or photos until satisfied.
Gemini also offers additional modes that have gone viral in India:
* 16-Bit Character Mode: transforms photos into retro video game avatars.
* 3D Hologram Mode: converts images into transparent line-art holograms.
These modes have been used to recreate selfies, film posters, and political campaign visuals, extending the trend’s appeal.
For younger audiences and online creators in India, Nano Banana figurines have become a new way to experiment with digital identity. The mix of simplicity, instant results, and free access has pushed the format into mainstream conversation. With more public figures and influencers adopting the trend, analysts expect the Nano Banana phenomenon to dominate social media feeds for the coming weeks.
