Arudha Lagna in Jaimini Astrology: What the World Thinks of You

By Bavishyavani Research Team Updated: January 9, 2026

Have you ever met someone who looks super rich? They wear a Rolex. They drive a shiny car. They post photos of 5-star hotels on Instagram. But if you check their bank account… it is empty. They are drowning in EMI payments.

On the other hand, have you met a millionaire who wears simple sandals and an old t-shirt? You wouldn’t look at him twice, but he owns half the city.

Why does this happen? Why is there a difference between Who You Are and What You Look Like?

In Astrology, this is the difference between your Lagna (Ascendant) and your Arudha Lagna (AL).

• Lagna is the Reality. (It is your body, your health, your true self).

• Arudha Lagna is the Image. (It is your reputation, your status, your “Maya”).

If you want to know if you will be famous, don’t look at your Lagna. Look at your Arudha Lagna. Let’s break it down in simple English.

What is Arudha Lagna? (The Mirror)

The word “Arudha” basically means “Mount” or “Image.” Think of it like a mirror.

You (Lagna) stand in front of a mirror. The reflection you see is the Arudha Lagna (AL). Sometimes the mirror shows you exactly as you are. But sometimes, the mirror distorts things. It makes you look bigger (famous) or smaller (ignored) than you really are.

Why is this important? Because we live in a material world.

• Your Lagna decides if you get a headache.

• Your Arudha Lagna decides if people think you are smart, rich, or successful.

If you are a politician, an actor, or a businessman, your AL is more important than your Lagna. Because if people believe you are powerful, you become powerful.

How to Calculate Arudha Lagna (The Easy Way)

Use our Free Arudha Lagna Calculator Here to find your AL

The Formula to Calculate Arudha Lagna Manually:

“Count from the Sign to its Lord. Then count the same distance again.”

Let’s do 3 simple examples.

Example 1: The Simple Count

• Your Lagna: Aries.

• Lord of Aries: Mars.

• Mars Position: Let’s say Mars is in Gemini.

Step 1: Count from Aries to Gemini. Aries -> Taurus -> Gemini. That is 3 steps.

Step 2: Count 3 steps again from Gemini. Gemini -> Cancer -> Leo.

Result: Your Arudha Lagna (AL) is Leo. Meaning: You are an Aries person (Direct, Fast), but the world sees you as a Leo person (Royal, Proud, Leader).

Example 2: The Backward Count (Optional)

If you are a perfectionist, you can check if the sign is “Backward” (like we did in the Chara Dasha article). But honestly? For Arudha Lagna, counting forward works 90% of the time for general predictions. Keep it simple for now.

The “Exceptions” (Don’t Get Tricked)

There are two special rules. If you don’t know these, your calculation will be wrong.

Rule A: Lord in the 1st House (Same House)

• If your Mars is in Aries (1st House).

• Count = 1.

• AL cannot be the same as Lagna.

• Fix: The AL jumps to the 10th House.

Rule B: Lord in the 7th House (Opposite)

• If your Mars is in Libra (7th House).

• Count = 7.

• If you count 7 again, you come back to Aries. (AL cannot be Lagna).

• Fix: The AL jumps to the 4th House.

(Just memorize this: If Lord is in 1st, AL is 10th. If Lord is in 7th, AL is 4th).

How to Read Your Arudha Lagna (Prediction Time)

Okay, you found your AL. Let’s say your AL is Libra. Now, rotate your chart. Make Libra the first house. What do you see?

Here are the 3 main things to check:

1. Money & Wealth (The 11th from AL)

This is the money shot. Check the 11th House from your Arudha Lagna.

• Benefics (Jupiter, Venus, Moon, Mercury): If these planets are in the 11th from AL, you will be rich. People will see you as wealthy. Money comes easily.

• Malefics (Saturn, Mars, Rahu): Surprisingly, these are also good for money here! But the money comes through hard work, or sometimes questionable means (like Rahu).

• Planets in Exaltation: Massive wealth.

2. Spending & Loss (The 12th from AL)

Check the 12th House from your Arudha Lagna.

• This shows what you waste money on.

• Sun/Mars: You pay huge taxes or penalties.

• Venus: You spend on luxury, clothes, and parties.

• Jupiter: You spend on charity or religion.

The Golden Rule: If the 11th House (Income) is stronger than the 12th House (Expense), you will get rich. If the 12th is stronger… well, you might look rich, but your pockets are empty.

3. Status & Career (The 10th from AL)

Check the 10th House from your Arudha Lagna.

• This shows your fame.

• Sun or Moon here: Fame is guaranteed. People know your name.

• Saturn here: You are known as a hard worker.

• Rahu here: You might be famous for breaking rules or being a rebel.

Real Life Examples (To Make it Click)

Example A: The “Fake Rich” Guy

• Lagna: Scorpio.

• Arudha Lagna (AL): Pisces.

• 12th from AL (Aquarius): Has Venus and Rahu.

• 11th from AL (Capricorn): Empty.

Analysis: He has Venus/Rahu in the expense house (12th from AL). He spends massive money on designer clothes and flashy gadgets to look cool (Rahu/Venus). But his income house (11th) is empty. Result: He drives a BMW, but he borrows money from friends for petrol.

Example B: The “Quiet Billionaire”

• Lagna: Virgo.

• Arudha Lagna (AL): Capricorn.

• 11th from AL (Scorpio): Has Exalted Jupiter.

Analysis: The 11th from AL has the best planet (Jupiter) in its strongest spot. Result: He makes massive wealth. But because AL is Capricorn (Saturn’s sign), he looks simple, serious, and boring. Nobody knows he is sitting on a goldmine.

Conclusion: Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover

Arudha Lagna teaches us a huge lesson. What you see is not always the truth.

• Lagna is what God gave you.

• Arudha is what you built for society.

If your Arudha Lagna is strong, use it! Build your brand. Market yourself. If your Arudha Lagna is weak, don’t worry about fame. Focus on your work (Lagna), and let the results speak for themselves.

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Part 2 – Planets in Houses From Arudha Lagna: Results of 12 Planets

Simple FAQs

Q: Can Arudha Lagna change? A: No. Your birth chart is fixed. Your AL is fixed. However, your reputation can go up and down depending on the Dasha (timing) you are running. If you run a Dasha that supports your AL, you get famous.

Q: What if my 11th from AL is empty? A: Don’t panic. Look at the Lord of that house. If 11th is Aries (empty), look at where Mars is. If Mars is strong, you still make money.

Q: Is AL good for marriage too? A: For marriage, we check a different image called Upapada Lagna (UL). Arudha Lagna (AL) is strictly for You, Your Money, and Your Status.