Google Gemini’s ‘Nano Banana’ AI Saree Filters Are Everywhere – Here’s the Hidden Privacy Stitch You’re Missing
By Megha Rawat
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In recent weeks, Instagram feeds across India have been flooded with “vintage saree” AI edits — women draped in retro sarees, glowing in golden-hour lighting, often with backgrounds evoking old-Bollywood glamour. The trend is known as Google’s Gemini Nano Banana (also called Gemini 2.5 Flash Image), which lets users convert ordinary selfies into stylised portraits. What started as fun digital dress-ups has raised alarm bells. As AI models aim to preserve recognisable facial features, such viral image tools may carry hidden privacy and security risks. Also Read: Woman’s ‘Creepy & Scary’ Experience With Google Gemini’s ‘Nano Banana’ AI Saree Trend Goes Viral What are the concerns related to AI trend: Facial Identity details: The AI models aim to preserve recognisable facial features so that even after heavy stylisation, the subject is still identifiable. Use of uploaded images: The terms of service allow for user-uploaded images to be used for model training and improvement. Many users may not fully realise how broadly such images can be used once shared. Metadata risks: Uploaded photos often carry metadata like location, device type and timestamp. Google’s Nano Banan images carry an invisible digital watermark (SynthID). According to aistudio.google.com, “All images created or edited with Gemini 2.5 Flash Image include an invisible SynthID digital watermark to clearly identify them as AI-generated. Build with confidence and provide transparency for your users.” Also Read: AI Retro Saree Trend on Instagram: Easy Prompts to Create Your Own Reel With Google Gemini Smart Ways To Protect Your Pictures Online Think Before You Share Post only photos you’re comfortable being public – skip anything personal. Wipe Hidden Data First Remove GPS coordinates and other embedded info before uploading. Tighten Visibility Controls Review each platform’s privacy options so only the audience you choose can view or download your photos. Keep an Untouched Backup Save the original files on your own drive. They can help prove ownership. Know the Fine Print Read the platform’s user agreement carefully. Get Latest News live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Technology Science and around the world.