Gemini AI Can Now Generate Videos From a Single Picture; Here's How

Google has rolled out an upgrade to its Veo 3 AI model, first introduced during the I/O 2025 event, expanding access across over 150 regions, including India. A key addition allows Gemini AI users to convert still images into short, 8-second video clips using simple commands.

Available through the Gemini AI Pro and Ultra subscription plans, the new feature requires a personal Google account and is currently restricted to users aged 18 and above. The rollout is part of Google's efforts to advance creative AI tools globally.

Users subscribed to Gemini Pro or Ultra can access the feature through the Gemini web platform. Here’s how the process works:

* Visit the Gemini platform on a desktop browser.

* Tap the video icon below the prompt field.

* Select “Add image” to upload a photo.

* Choose a file from your device.

* Submit to generate a short video.

Each generated video runs for 8 seconds. Google notes that rendering may take one to two minutes. Uploading images must be done with proper usage rights.

This new feature is only available in regions where Gemini AI subscriptions are active. It is currently not supported in the European Economic Area, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

Indian users can access the Veo 3 model with a Gemini AI Pro subscription, which is priced at Rs 1,950 per month. The Pro plan competes directly with OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus service, which costs Rs 1,900 monthly.

Google has positioned the photo-to-video functionality as a creative tool for casual users, professionals, and educators. According to the Gemini platform, users can describe concepts or scenarios, and Veo 3 will translate them into moving visuals complete with audio synchronization.

While limited access remains in place, Google has hinted at broader availability in future updates. The company's approach appears focused on balancing feature rollout with compliance and ethical content use.

Google has emphasized that users must only upload content they have rights to. The company has not confirmed if this feature will eventually become part of the free Gemini tier. However, expansion to more account types may be evaluated based on feedback and global compliance standards.