Few words in astrology cause as much nervousness in a person as the mention of Kuja Dosha does. Also known as Manglik Dosha or Bhom Dosha, this Mars-powered dosha is the culprit behind everything from delayed marriages to chaotic love lives and even fatal endings. Let us break it down with Mars.

What exactly is Kuja Dosha?

Kuja Dosha occurs when Mars is placed in any of the following houses in a person’s birth chart: 1st, 2nd, 4th, 7th, 8th, or 12th. These houses are closely tied to personality, relationships, home life, and inner peace. So, Mars, with its hot-headed vibe, tends to shake things up when it’s placed in these houses. People with Kaju Dosha are called Mangliks, and the fear is that Mars can create friction in marriage and relationships. This is because Mars is known to be the planet associated with war, aggression, and passion, and its placement in these houses can disrupt one’s life. But before you go blaming your marriage problems on your 8th-house Mars, read on, understand what this dosha means exactly.

The myth vs. reality of being a Manglik

First things first. Being born on a Tuesday doesn’t automatically make you Manglik. Also, no, marrying a non-Manglik doesn’t mean it will be a disastrous affair for your spouse (Bollywood melodrama really needs to calm down). The intensity of Kuja Dosha depends on many factors, not just the house Mars sits in. It depends upon its strength, aspects, conjunctions, too, and whether it's sitting pretty or throwing tantrums in your chart. In short, if you are a Manglik, don’t panic. Consult an astrologer or visit Astrosure.ai, not your friend’s aunt with her WhatsApp forwards.

Where Mars lands and what it means

Let’s zoom in on the effects of Kuja Dosha based on where Mars is stationed in your natal chart:

1st House (Ascendant): Get ready for main character energy and a bit of turbulence. Mars in the 1st house increases your confidence, but it can also bring impulsiveness, ego clashes, and restlessness in relationships.

2nd House: Mars in the 2nd house can cause family friction, especially around finances and communication. Arguments over ‘ghar ki izzat’ may become more common.

4th House: Expect drama on the home front if Mars is placed in your 4th house. It means frequent moves, job instability or feeling unsettled emotionally. Also, career shifts may happen more often than planned.

7th House: Mars in the 7th house is where it gets spicy and messy. The 7th house rules marriage, so Mars can create conflicts in married life, misunderstandings, or even a cold war over little things like misplaced toothpaste caps.

8th House: Ah, the house of secrets and shared wealth. Mars in the 8th house can lead to inheritance disputes, emotional intensity, and the classic ‘why are we fighting again?’ vibe.

12th House: Mars in the 12th house may affect your mental health, sleep, and inner peace. It can also create obsession, jealousy, or even hidden resentment in close relationships.

Can Kuja Dosha be cancelled or balanced?

Absolutely yes! Not all Mars placements are created equal. Kuja Dosha can be neutralised or reduced by various planetary conditions:

If Mars is in its own sign (Aries or Scorpio) or exalted in Capricorn, the dosha is less malefic.

If Jupiter or Venus aspects Mars, it cools the fire.

If both partners are Manglik, their energies cancel each other out. This is why Manglik + Manglik = fine.

Saturn’s placement in the same house as Mars can balance the aggression.

Remedies for Kuja Dosha:

Okay, so you have Kuja Dosha. What now? Here’s what you can do to reduce the effects of Kaju Dosha:

Chanting Om Angarakaya Namaha, or the Mangal Beej mantra, on Tuesdays helps reduce Mars’ intensity. Listen and chant with devotion, not fear.

Fasting on Tuesdays (with red lentils, if you are fancy) is believed to balance Mars energy.

In some traditions, Mangliks undergo a symbolic marriage with a tree or clay pot (Kumbh Vivah), a ritual that’s said to burn off the dosha before their actual wedding.

Mars + Mars equals mutual understanding. So, marrying another Manglik is definitely a solution. Think of it like dating someone who also loves pineapple on pizza. It just works.

Lord Hanuman is Mars’ planetary antidote. Offer him sindoor and chant Hanuman Chalisa for peace and strength.

Should you worry if you are afflicted by Kaju Dosha?

Not always. Many astrologers believe Kuja Dosha has been overhyped, especially in urban, well-matched marriages. Compatibility, emotional maturity, and communication often play a bigger role than Mars does. But if you are someone who believes in astrology (and you’re reading this, so probably yes), it’s worth knowing your Mars situation and navigating love with both heart and horoscope.

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