Gemini AI Nano Banana saree photos: Top prompts to create a retro Bollywood look

Gemini AI Nano Banana

The ‘Vintage Saree’ trend is gaining momentum on Instagram, and much of its charm comes down to the prompts entered into Gemini’s Nano Banana tool. With the right words, an ordinary selfie can be transformed into a dramatic, poster-style portrait straight out of old Bollywood cinema.

Classic Black Saree Prompt
“Turn this person into a 90s retro-inspired portrait wearing a shimmering black chiffon saree. The background is a deep wall with dramatic shadows, lit by golden-hour tones. Expression is calm yet mysterious, evoking old Bollywood posters.”

White Polka-Dot Saree Prompt
“Create a realistic portrait of a woman in a translucent white polka-dot saree with matching blouse. A soft pink flower is tucked behind her ear, and warm light from the side casts a cinematic shadow. She exudes vintage diva energy.”

Red Saree Drama Prompt
“Transform the subject into a classic Bollywood heroine in a flowing red chiffon saree, hair styled in soft waves. Background should be warm-toned, minimalist, with glowing sunset light giving a romantic and dramatic mood.”

Purple Chiffon Prompt
“Reimagine this photo in a retro, grainy yet bright style. The subject wears a purple chiffon saree with a playful, moody vibe. She stands in front of an old wooden door as wind blows through her hair, evoking a 90s cinematic scene.”

Banarasi Elegance Prompt
“Convert this person into a timeless portrait draped in a golden Banarasi saree, with a flower tucked into the hair. The lighting is golden and artistic, casting a soft glow. The background is textured but simple, like an art-house poster.”

Rainy Bollywood Scene Prompt
“Turn the uploaded photo into a cinematic 90s Bollywood rain sequence. The subject wears a dark saree, drenched and glistening, with dramatic rain falling in the background. Lighting is moody and romantic, capturing monsoon nostalgia.”

Pastel Saree Picnic Prompt
“Create a vintage pastel saree look — soft pink drape, hair tied in a bun, minimal jewellery. She is seated on the grass at a dreamy outdoor picnic scene, captured in soft film grain with a romantic glow.”

Retro Film Poster Prompt
“Reimagine this person as the star of a 1990s Bollywood movie poster. Bold typography behind her, spotlight lighting, and a vibrant saree in neon or metallic shades. Expression is intense, cinematic, and larger than life.”

What is Nano Banana?
Nano Banana is an AI-powered creative trend built on Google Gemini’s image editing tool. It allows users to transform everyday photos into customised visuals with a nostalgic or artistic twist. Originally known for its figurine-style edits, the trend now covers a variety of formats, from 90s-inspired Bollywood saree portraits to retro film posters and even pixel art.

The popularity of Nano Banana lies in its combination of nostalgia and modern AI editing. By uploading a picture and using detailed prompts, users can generate lifelike portraits, cinematic scenes, or poster-style edits that are highly shareable across Instagram and X. This blend of creativity and personalisation has made the Vintage Saree prompts one of the most viral formats of the moment.