Duration and calculation
Antardasha length = Mahadasha years x Antardasha years / 120. Here: 20 x 17 / 120 = 2.83 years, i.e. 2 years 10 months.
How the two planets combine
| Mahadasha lord | Antardasha lord | |
|---|---|---|
| Planet | Venus (Shukra) | Mercury (Budh) |
| Signifies | love and marriage, the wife in a man's chart and comforts and vehicles | intellect and speech, business and trade and writing and accounts |
| Nature | a natural benefic of pleasure | neutral - it takes on the nature of its companions |
| Relationship | friends | friends |
Likely effects
- Career: progress depends on how strongly Mercury is placed.
- Relationships: patience helps where Mercury creates pressure.
- Money: steady income if both planets are well placed.
- Health: keep routines steady; Mercury governs skin and nerves.
What decides the result in your chart
- Houses owned by Venus and Mercury for your Lagna
- The house each planet occupies
- Their mutual position (kendra, trikona, 6-8 or 2-12)
- Transits of Saturn and Jupiter during these 2 years 10 months
Remedies for this period
- Chant Om Budhaya Namah 108 times on Wednesday.
- Give charity linked to Mercury on Wednesday - to someone who genuinely needs it.
- Gemstone: Emerald (Panna) - only if Mercury is a benefic for your Lagna. Never wear it on your own.
- Keep the habits of the planet: keep accounts clean, speak truthfully, read daily.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Venus Mahadasha Mercury Antardasha?
It lasts 2 years 10 months.
Is Venus Mahadasha Mercury Antardasha good?
It depends on the houses Venus and Mercury rule in your chart. The two planets are friends.
Is this effect the same for everyone?
No. The sign, the aspects on the planet, its house lordship for your Lagna and the running dasha all change the result. Treat this page as a general guide.
When will I feel these results most?
Mostly during the Mahadasha or Antardasha of the planet involved, and when slow planets like Saturn and Jupiter transit over it.
Astrology is guidance, not a substitute for medical, legal or financial advice. For health, legal or money decisions, please also consult a qualified professional.