As Diwali 2025 approaches on October 20, the festival of lights is glowing not just in homes—but also online. Across social media, users are sharing stunning, film-inspired portraits created using Google Gemini Nano’s “Banana AI” model, now integrated into the Gemini app’s “Create” mode on Android.
Celebrate Diwali 2025 with these 50 Google Gemini Nano Banana prompts for women, men. Transform your selfies into vintage Bollywood style festive portraits, while keeping your face intact!
This quirky yet powerful AI tool lets users transform ordinary selfies into glamorous vintage Diwali scenes—complete with traditional sarees, embroidered kurtas, diyas, rangolis, and the golden warmth of festive lights.
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Why Everyone’s Loving Gemini Nano’s Banana AI
Instant Retro Magic — The AI’s style mimics 1970s–80s Bollywood cinematography with soft golden tones, subtle film grain, and festive backdrops.
No Art Skills Needed — Just upload your selfie, type a creative prompt, and let Gemini Nano do the rest.
Face Preservation Feature — By including “from uploaded image, preserve face” in your prompt, the AI keeps your likeness authentic while changing outfit, background, and styling.
Festive Social Trend — The hashtag #BananaAI and #DiwaliPortraitChallenge are already trending on Threads, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
Top 50 Google Gemini Nano Banana Prompts For Deepawali
Use these prompts exactly as written in the Gemini “Create” tab.
Add your selfie, and each will generate a cinematic Diwali portrait keeping your face intact.
25 Diwali Gemini Nano Banana AI Prompts (Female Version)
from uploaded image, preserve face, create a retro Diwali portrait of woman wearing deep red and cream lehenga with intricate golden embroidery, silk dupatta flowing in breeze, diya in one hand, sparkler in the other, standing in a glowing marble courtyard decorated with rangoli, marigold garlands, fairy lights, and smoky fireworks — cinematic lighting, warm glow, shallow depth of field.
from uploaded image, preserve face, design a vintage Bollywood festive portrait of graceful woman in red and gold saree with zari border, smiling softly, diya and sparkler in hand, surrounded by dozens of flickering diyas, bokeh fireworks and lanterns glowing in background — film grain effect, soft golden tone.
from uploaded image, preserve face, cinematic Diwali shot — woman styled in cream and red lehenga with handwoven zari work, heavy jewelry gleaming, holding diya and sparkler in grand courtyard alive with colorful rangoli, hanging paper lanterns, and shimmering smoke — soft cinematic focus.
from uploaded image, preserve face, golden-toned dreamy portrait — woman wearing regal saree (red & cream with golden details), diya glowing gently in her palm, sparkler sparkling near her shoulder, surrounded by warm golden fairy lights and subtle festive haze — vintage film color tone.
from uploaded image, preserve face, nostalgic Bollywood Diwali look — elegant woman in lehenga with red silk base and gold embroidery, dupatta gently flowing, holding diya and sparkler under smoky sky filled with fireworks — cinematic backlight with warm bokeh.
from uploaded image, preserve face, retro cinematic festive still — woman in royal red and cream saree, embroidered blouse, heavy gold earrings, diya and sparkler in hands, courtyard filled with rangoli, background glowing with golden fairy lights — soft lens effect.
from uploaded image, preserve face, vintage Bollywood vibe — graceful woman in lehenga (red & cream), dupatta draped over shoulder, wearing gold kada and jhumkas, holding diya and sparkler amid colorful lanterns and fireworks — ambient golden hue.
from uploaded image, preserve face, bright dreamy portrait — woman dressed in traditional red saree with cream borders, golden jewelry shining, diya and sparkler illuminating her face, standing in courtyard full of warm fairy lights — cinematic lens flare.
from uploaded image, preserve face, classic retro Diwali frame — elegant woman in lehenga with red-cream tones and golden embroidery, dupatta across shoulders, soft smile, holding diya and sparkler, glowing courtyard behind with lights and smoke — festive warmth.
from uploaded image, preserve face, regal Bollywood-inspired frame — woman in heavily embroidered red lehenga with golden dupatta, ornate jewelry, diya in one hand, sparkler in another, standing before vintage courtyard decorated with marigolds — dreamy cinematic mood.
from uploaded image, preserve face, 1970s Bollywood Diwali poster style — woman in silk saree with red-gold border, jasmine flowers in hair, standing near antique brass lamp, diyas glowing at her feet, bokeh fairy lights behind — soft film grain texture.
from uploaded image, preserve face, dreamy night Diwali portrait — woman in pastel pink lehenga with gold zari dupatta, surrounded by kids lighting sparklers, golden light reflecting on her face, cinematic festive energy.
from uploaded image, preserve face, royal palace Diwali portrait — woman in cream and maroon Banarasi saree, antique jewelry, diya plate in silver thali, ornate arches and palace lights behind — warm regal tones, cinematic glow.
from uploaded image, preserve face, Yash Chopra-style terrace scene — woman in red chiffon saree flowing in breeze, fireworks overhead, diya lighting her face, romantic cinematic mood — soft golden highlights.
from uploaded image, preserve face, retro festive magazine cover — woman in elegant saree sitting near large rangoli, background with marigold garlands and fairy lights, smiling softly — film cover composition.
from uploaded image, preserve face, Bollywood couple Diwali shot — man in cream kurta and woman in red saree lighting diyas together, smoky warm air, cinematic romantic tone.
from uploaded image, preserve face, retro glamour portrait — woman in 1980s-style red chiffon saree, pearl earrings, candlelight reflection on jewelry, warm background smoke — cinematic glow.
from uploaded image, preserve face, dreamy festive glow — woman in cream silk saree sitting beside brass lamp, rose petals scattered on floor, golden reflections dancing on her face — soft bokeh background.
from uploaded image, preserve face, vintage movie poster — woman in ornate red lehenga, diya plate in both hands, fireworks lighting the sky behind, Bollywood typography overlay — sepia tone aesthetic.
from uploaded image, preserve face, studio festive portrait — woman beside colorful rangoli, diya tray in lap, fairy light curtain in background, warm golden illumination — cinematic composition.
from uploaded image, preserve face, golden era Bollywood mood — woman in mustard and red saree with temple jewelry, standing by carved wooden jharokha, diyas glowing around — royal and nostalgic lighting.
from uploaded image, preserve face, classic film still — man and woman holding sparklers, surrounded by warm smoke and flickering diyas, captured in soft vintage lens tone.
from uploaded image, preserve face, traditional marble courtyard — woman lighting diyas, dupatta glowing in golden light, subtle sparkler glow behind, cinematic haze.
from uploaded image, preserve face, diya moment close-up — woman gazing tenderly at diya flame, face softly lit, background filled with golden bokeh, emotional festive tone.
from uploaded image, preserve face, Bollywood nostalgia postcard — woman in cream saree with red border, gajra in hair, brass lamp stand beside, warm sepia retro tone — cinematic festive charm.
25 Diwali Gemini Nano Banana AI Prompts For Men
Retro Bollywood Diwali look — from uploaded image, preserve face, transform into man wearing cream kurta-pyjama with maroon embroidered jacket, holding sparkler and diya, standing amid glowing lanterns and smoky fireworks. Background filled with soft golden haze, traditional courtyard ambiance, and subtle film grain lighting.
Classic festive portrait — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in golden sherwani with red dupatta, smiling while lighting diyas near colorful rangoli, festive courtyard behind. Warm yellow fairy lights and marigold garlands decorate the background with a nostalgic cinematic tone.
Vintage Bollywood frame — from uploaded image, preserve face, man dressed in cream silk kurta with golden stole, sparkler in one hand, diya in another, surrounded by fairy lights. Film-like bokeh and golden smoke effects enhance the traditional festive aura.
Dreamy golden-hour shot — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in ivory kurta with maroon waistcoat, sparkler glowing near face, bokeh lights behind. Add warm soft-focus glow with subtle fireworks in the distant background.
Regal festive portrait — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in maroon sherwani with intricate embroidery, holding diya while fireworks shimmer behind, courtyard filled with light and gold reflections creating royal tones.
Bollywood hero vibe — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in red silk kurta-pyjama with cream dupatta, sparkler in hand, confident smile, diyas glowing around. Vintage cinematic filter with smoky festive atmosphere.
Traditional retro festival look — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in cream and gold sherwani, diya glowing in one hand, sparkler trails behind, surrounded by soft golden fairy lights and warm air.
Warm festive nostalgia — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in golden kurta-pyjama with maroon stole, lighting diyas near door with lanterns and rangoli. Soft smoke haze and dreamy lens effect.
Classic Bollywood poster style — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in ivory sherwani with red dupatta, standing in decorated courtyard, sparkler in hand, cinematic festive background with fireworks reflection.
Golden festive portrait — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in silk maroon kurta with gold embroidery, holding diya and smiling softly as fireworks burst in sky, surrounded by glowing diyas.
Royal palace Diwali frame — from uploaded image, preserve face, man wearing deep red and gold sherwani, standing beneath palace arch lit with diyas, holding sparkler and diya, surrounded by vintage lanterns. Add warm golden lighting and subtle cinematic smoke.
Vintage cinematic glamour — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in cream sherwani with intricate brocade, diya tray in one hand, sparkler lighting his face softly, festive crowd faintly visible behind.
Retro movie still — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in classic Bollywood-style kurta-pyjama, standing on terrace under glowing fireworks, background filled with paper lanterns and fairy lights.
Festive nostalgia frame — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in pastel cream sherwani, smiling near rangoli as sparklers light up the floor, cinematic shadows and warm vintage tones.
Bollywood king aura — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in regal red sherwani with cream stole, standing in golden bokeh background holding diya in one hand and sparkler in the other — powerful cinematic backlight.
Traditional family Diwali shot — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man lighting diyas on a terrace with fairy lights and fireworks behind, dressed in maroon silk kurta-pyjama, warm cozy color tone.
Golden glow portrait — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in beige kurta with gold embroidery, diya held near his face reflecting golden warmth, surrounded by small diyas and subtle smoke for cinematic lighting.
Cultural celebration vibe — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in cream and maroon sherwani, holding sparkler and diya, surrounded by hanging paper lanterns, dreamy lens bokeh effect, soft glow.
Bollywood nostalgia still — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in cream kurta with maroon jacket, holding sparkler and diya, standing under strings of fairy lights and smoky festive backdrop.
Vintage elegance portrait — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man in gold-toned sherwani with subtle embroidery, standing beside brass diya stand, cinematic golden tones and romantic lighting.
Golden Diwali moment — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in royal blue sherwani with gold buttons, holding diya in both hands, surrounded by flickering diyas and soft orange glow.
Classic cinematic frame — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man standing in marble courtyard decorated with rangoli and lanterns, wearing cream kurta with maroon scarf, sparkler in one hand, diya light on face.
Traditional festive portrait — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in mustard silk sherwani with red stole, surrounded by diyas, fireworks reflecting in eyes, cinematic Bollywood tone.
Bollywood poster glow — from uploaded image, keep face intact, man dressed in maroon and cream attire, sparkler trail swirling, surrounded by golden bokeh, smoky light, retro vintage finish.
Golden-toned retro portrait — from uploaded image, preserve face, man in embroidered sherwani with cream stole, diya and sparkler in hands, surrounded by glowing lanterns, soft vintage cinematic lighting with festive warmth.
Tips for Best AI Results
- Upload high-quality, well-lit selfie
- Use portrait orientation for most prompts
- Replace “from uploaded image, (preserve face / keep face intact)” at the beginning, for best results.
- Experiment with keywords like vintage, cinematic, golden hour, retro Bollywood, dreamy lighting
