The internet has a brand-new obsession, and it’s as quirky as it sounds — the Google Nano Banana figurines. If you’ve scrolled through TikTok, Instagram, or X lately, you’ve probably seen tiny, glossy 3D mini-figures of pets, celebrities, and even politicians popping up everywhere.
But here’s the fun part: these aren’t collectibles you buy in stores. They’re AI-generated figurines made with Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool — and yes, they’re totally free to create.
What Exactly Is a Nano Banana Figurine?
“Nano Banana” is the internet’s playful nickname for the super-realistic, cartoon-like 3D figurine images people are generating. The name stuck because of the small, shiny, banana-toy vibe these AI creations give off.
They look like professionally designed collectibles, complete with shiny bases, cute poses, and even packaging mockups — but the magic is that anyone can make them in just a few clicks.
From influencers showing off anime-style versions of themselves to Assam’s Chief Minister joining the trend, it’s clear that Nano Bananas have moved way beyond niche meme status.
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Why Did This Trend Blow Up So Fast?
Three big reasons:
- It’s easy – You don’t need to be a designer. Just upload a photo or type a prompt, and Google’s Gemini AI does the rest.
- It looks professional – The tool churns out studio-quality figurine shots with insane detail — facial expressions, clothing textures, even box designs.
- It’s social-media gold – The glossy, toy-like look makes these perfect for sharing, and once influencers and big accounts started posting theirs, the trend went viral overnight.
As of September 6, 2025, over 200 million images have already been generated.
How to Make Your Own Nano Banana Figurine
Ready to try it? Here’s the step-by-step:
Step 1: Open Google AI Studio (via the Gemini app or website).
Step 2: Choose your method – either upload a photo + add a prompt, or just type a prompt.
Step 3: Use this official prompt from Google’s X (Twitter) post:
“Create a 1/7 scale commercialized figurine of the characters in the picture, in a realistic style, in a real environment. The figurine is placed on a computer desk. The figurine has a round transparent acrylic base, with no text on the base. The content on the computer screen is a 3D modeling process of this figurine. Next to the computer screen is a toy packaging box, designed in a style reminiscent of high-quality collectible figures, printed with original artwork. The packaging features two-dimensional flat illustrations.”
Step 4: Hit Generate, review the result, and tweak your prompt if needed.
That’s it — in seconds, you’ve got your very own “mini-you” (or mini-anything).
Nano Banana Photo
Fun Nano Banana Prompt Ideas
Want to experiment? Try these community-shared prompts:
- 16-bit video game style: “Reimagine me as a 16-bit video game character in a platformer.”
- Pet figurines: Upload a photo of your dog or cat and add “as a superhero figurine.”
- Cartoon crush: Turn yourself into an anime-style collectible.
The possibilities are endless, and because it’s AI-powered, the tool adapts to your creativity.
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Things to Keep in Mind
- Don’t use the tool to make harmful or misleading deepfakes.
- Public figures are fair game for stylized fun, but always check platform rules.
- All Gemini images come with a SynthID watermark, so people know they’re AI-generated.
The Bottom Line
The Nano Banana trend is proof of how quickly fun, creative AI tools can take over the internet. It’s accessible, addictive, and wildly shareable.
Whether you want a collectible version of yourself, your pet, or even your favorite celebrity, you can whip one up in seconds — no money, no design skills needed.
So, what’s stopping you? Go make your Nano Banana and join the viral fun.
