Astrology is a powerful lens to understand not just career, health, and destiny, but also relationships, love, and marriage. While marriage is sacred, human desires often create situations where extramarital affairs occur. In Vedic astrology, certain planetary yogas (combinations) reveal the possibility of secret attractions, hidden relationships, and extra-marital involvement.
In this blog, we’ll explore the yogas indicating extra-marital affairs and how planetary placements like Venus + Rahu, Mars in the 7th house, Moon with Rahu, and affliction of the 7th lord shape relationships.
Understanding Extra-Marital Affairs in Astrology
Extramarital affairs are not always about physical intimacy. Astrology shows that these relationships may arise due to:
- Emotional dissatisfaction in marriage.
- Strong physical desires not fulfilled by the spouse.
- Karmic debts or past-life connections.
- Influence of malefic planets like Rahu, Ketu, and Mars.
- Weakness or affliction of the 7th house (house of marriage).
The presence of certain yogas does not guarantee an affair, but it shows a tendency or possibility, which can be controlled with awareness and remedies.
Venus + Rahu Conjunction or Affliction
Why Venus Matters
Venus is the planet of love, romance, pleasure, and beauty. In any chart, Venus shows how a person expresses love and what kind of partner they desire.
Role of Rahu
Rahu represents obsession, illusion, secrecy, and unconventional desires. When Rahu influences Venus, love turns into obsession and physical attraction may override commitment.
Effects of Venus + Rahu Yoga
- Strong magnetic attraction outside marriage.
- Unconventional or secretive relationships.
- Sudden passion leading to hidden affairs.
- Desire for novelty and excitement in love.
When Venus is conjunct, aspected, or afflicted by Rahu, the native may struggle to maintain loyalty in relationships. If this yoga occurs in the 5th, 7th, or 12th houses, the chances of extramarital affairs increase significantly.
Mars in the 7th House or Aspecting the 7th with Malefics
Significance of Mars
Mars governs passion, drive, physical desire, and aggression. While a strong Mars gives energy and attraction, its malefic influence can lead to impulsive actions in love.
Mars in the 7th House
- The 7th house is the house of marriage and partnerships.
- When Mars is placed in the 7th house, it often creates conflict, aggression, and a restless desire for intimacy.
- If Mars is afflicted by Rahu, Ketu, or Saturn, it indicates dissatisfaction in marriage and attraction outside.
Mars Aspecting the 7th House
- When Mars aspects the 7th house, it intensifies passion and physical needs.
- If malefics also influence the 7th, this yoga can create opportunities for extramarital affairs.
Such natives may be physically active and easily drawn toward relationships beyond marriage, especially if Venus is also weak or afflicted.
Moon + Rahu: Emotional Instability and Attraction Elsewhere
Importance of the Moon
Moon governs emotions, mind, and desires. A stable Moon brings emotional balance, but when it combines with malefics, it causes instability.
Moon + Rahu Combination
- This yoga is known as Chandra-Rahu Dosha or Grahan Yoga.
- It creates emotional restlessness, illusions in love, and sudden attractions.
- The native may seek emotional fulfillment outside marriage.
Effects of Moon + Rahu on Relationships
- Mood swings and dissatisfaction in marriage.
- Hidden emotional bonds with someone else.
- Attraction toward people from foreign or unconventional backgrounds.
This combination, especially in the 5th, 7th, or 12th houses, strongly indicates emotional extramarital involvement.
7th Lord in the 8th or 12th House
Why the 7th Lord Matters
The 7th lord represents marriage, spouse, and long-term partnerships. When the 7th lord is strong and well-placed, marriage remains stable.
7th Lord in the 8th House
- The 8th house governs secrecy, hidden desires, and sexual attraction.
- When the 7th lord moves to the 8th, the native may face marital issues and look for intimacy outside.
- It often creates hidden or secret relationships.
7th Lord in the 12th House
- The 12th house governs bed pleasures, hidden activities, and escapism.
- When the 7th lord is placed in the 12th, it indicates secret relationships or affairs that remain hidden from society.
- The native may prefer private or unconventional relationships.
Both placements of the 7th lord show instability in marriage and the possibility of hidden liaisons.
Influence of 5th and 7th Houses with Rahu/Ketu
Role of the 5th and 7th Houses
- The 5th house rules romance, attractions, and pre-marital love.
- The 7th house governs marriage and long-term commitment.
Rahu/Ketu Influence
- Rahu brings obsession, illusions, and unconventional desires.
- Ketu creates detachment from marital duties and a search for hidden fulfillment.
Effects of Rahu/Ketu in 5th and 7th Houses
- Rahu in the 5th → secret love affairs, attraction outside norms.
- Rahu in the 7th → dissatisfaction in marriage, multiple partners.
- Ketu in the 7th → detachment from spouse, seeking relationships elsewhere.
- When Rahu/Ketu influence both 5th and 7th, the chances of extramarital affairs increase sharply.
Other Yogas Indicating Affairs
Apart from the major yogas above, some other planetary conditions also create opportunities for extramarital involvement:
- Venus in the 8th or 12th house → secret relationships and hidden pleasures.
- Saturn afflicting the 7th house → dissatisfaction, delayed marriage, or attraction elsewhere.
- Rahu + Mars combination → strong sexual drive and unconventional relationships.
- Afflicted Moon + Venus → emotional and physical dissatisfaction in marriage.
Karmic Reasons Behind Extra-Marital Affairs
Astrology also reveals the karmic dimension of relationships. Affairs are not always accidental; they may arise due to:
- Past-life unfinished relationships → meeting again in this lifetime.
- Karmic debts → fulfilling obligations through emotional or physical bonds.
- Renunciation samskaras → past-life vows creating dissatisfaction in present marriage.
- Testing of loyalty → planetary placements testing commitment before spiritual growth.
Remedies to Reduce the Negative Impact
While yogas may indicate affairs, remedies help balance the energies and strengthen marriage.
- Worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for marital harmony.
- Chant Rahu and Venus mantras to reduce obsession.
- Wear gemstones like diamond (for Venus) or hessonite (for Rahu) only after consultation.
- Practice meditation and spiritual discipline to control desires.
- Seek open communication with the spouse to strengthen trust.
Yogas indicating extramarital affairs in astrology highlight how planetary placements influence love, attraction, and secrecy. Venus + Rahu, Mars in the 7th, Moon + Rahu, 7th lord in the 8th/12th, and Rahu/Ketu influence on the 5th and 7th houses are some of the strongest indicators.
However, these combinations do not guarantee betrayal — they simply show a tendency. With awareness, remedies, and conscious choices, one can balance desires and maintain marital harmony.
Astrology ultimately reminds us that relationships are part of our karmic journey, and every connection has a deeper purpose.