Nano Banana AI Craze Hits India: How to Create Free Ultra-Realistic 3D Figurines With Google Gemini

The Nano Banana app is simple, and with just a single photo and creative text prompt, users can generate a polished and professional 3D figurine.

Published By: Deepti Ratnam | Published: Sep 11, 2025, 01:21 PM (IST)

Written By Deepti Ratnam

Nano Banana, Google’s advanced AI image editing model, is taking India by storm these days. The social media platforms like Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and more are buzzing with users sharing ultra-realistic 3D figurines created via Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool.

The miniature collectible models look like toy store items, but they are entirely AI-generated and free. Indian users are creating content from Bollywood stars to politicians and everyday selfies. The app creates a playful and lifelike miniature of users and their favorite icons.

Why the Nano Banana Trend Is So Popular in India

The Nano Banana app is simple, and with just a single photo and creative text prompt, users can generate a polished and professional 3D figurine. The images are created in seconds, and there is no technical expertise or payment16-bit16-bit needed.

The images and figurines created by Nano Banana are glossy and can be shareable on any social media platform. Indian creators are turning their images into cartoon-like avatars, collectible boxes, and even retro 16-bit video game characters. From samurai pets to Bollywood-inspired designs, the trend has unlocked a new avenue for artistic expression.

Now loading: 16-Bit art made with Nano Banana 👾🧵

Try using @Priya_0608's prompt: "First, ask me to upload an image of myself. Then reimagine me as a 16-Bit Video Game character and put me in a 2D 16-bit platform video game."

Add yours in the replies! https://t.co/JYq8VeHmWi

— Google Gemini App (@GeminiApp) September 9, 2025

First, ask me to upload an image of myself. Then reimagine me as a 16-Bit Video Game character and put me in a 2D 16-bit platform video game.🎮

Gemini Nano Banana 🍌 pic.twitter.com/9F4ZX9KndX

— 🐑 Priya 🦁 (@Priya_0608) September 1, 2025

Step-By-Step Guide on How to Make Your Own Nano Banana Figurine

Visit Google AI Studio via the Gemini app or website.
Upload a photo or use a text prompt alone.
You can use the official prompt by Google Gemini 2.5:

“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.”

Click generate and wait a few seconds for your figurine to appear.
If you don’t like the initial result, simply tweak the prompt or try another photo for a fresh version.