Frequently asked questions
No. It is widely over-dramatised. It appears in the charts of many highly successful people, and its effects depend on the type, the strength of other planets, and current periods.
If even one planet falls outside the Rahu–Ketu axis, the dosha is partial and considerably weaker than the complete form.
Not necessarily. Your astrologer will tell you whether a formal puja is genuinely warranted and what can be done at home.