What a Kundali Is
Kundali (कुंडली) is the Vedic birth chart — the map of planetary positions at your birth moment, drawn in a North Indian square format or a South Indian grid depending on regional tradition. It encompasses the Rashi (D1) chart and all divisional charts (Vargas). Your Kundali is used for life-path analysis, career guidance, health assessment, marriage compatibility (Kundali Milan), and muhurta (electional) decisions. In Indian culture, Kundali is prepared at birth and consulted at every major life event.
Kundali Milan — Marriage Matching
Kundali Milan is the Vedic system of checking compatibility between prospective spouses. It scores 36 "Gunas" (qualities) across eight categories:
- Varna — spiritual development compatibility
- Vashya — natural control dynamic
- Tara — birth star harmony
- Yoni — physical and temperamental nature
- Graha Maitri — Moon sign lord compatibility
- Gana — temperament match (Deva/Manushya/Rakshasa)
- Bhakuta — emotional and financial compatibility
- Nadi — health and progeny compatibility (most critical: 8 points)
Reading a Kundali Step by Step
Start with the Lagna (Ascendant) to understand the chart's frame. Identify the Lagna lord — its placement is the single most important factor. Check the Moon sign for emotional and dasha-related insights. Scan for yogas: Raja Yoga (success), Dhana Yoga (wealth), Daridra Yoga (poverty). Then read the Vimshottari Dasha sequence to see which planetary period is active now. Every major life event should be cross-checked against both the natal Kundali and current Dasha.