Venus, planet of love and values, is in Dhanishta from January 31st to February 11th 2026, the nakshatra spanning the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius.

Dhanishta’s name translates to goodwill and abundance, and its Shakti, or special power, ‘To Create Wealth and Fame,’ contains the promise of entry into influential circles. You may enjoy trading, buying, or enjoying quality accessories, plus this asterism focuses on music, rhythm in particular, as represented by its symbol, the Drum. Venus moves together with its planetary friend Mercury through this whole transit, which gives your communication a light and charming touch.

This is a good time to make a request or to enter into business negotiations, where you have the ability to pull people and contacts together. You may also be interested in making a donation to support the arts or a performer’s charity. From February 5th up to 11th, Venus combines with shadowy Rahu to bring a restless quality into your romantic affairs, where you are attracted to somebody outside your usual type. Be careful of thinking about this relationship to a compulsive level, and avoid the sense that any one person holds the key to all your desires.

Dhanishta is associated with obstacles in love, and you must be patient and see a one-to-one affair through to the end. Introduce any long-term changes in a measured way, and with the cooperation of your partner. Venus with Rahu also sees you producing innovative and original creative work, where you heal yourself with a kind of artistic therapy, and your self-expression is pure fun and puts meaning into your life.