SURYA GOCHAR IN SIMHA RASHI 2025: Sun transit in Leo on August 17, 2025, is considered a special astrological event as the Sun is entering its sign, Leo. Leo is a fiery and fixed sign, representing confidence,
leadership, creativity, and prestige. This transit of the Sun brings new energy, vigour, and effectiveness in the lives of individuals.
This time especially indicates changes in areas that are related to respect, power, expression, and self-expression. Its effect on all 12 zodiac signs will be different; for some, this transit will bring career advancement, while for some it will affect family life or health.
Let us know from celebrity astrologer Chirag Daruwalla what message this change has brought for your zodiac sign.
Aries
Leo is the fifth sign of Aries natives, and the transit of the Sun here will be extremely beneficial for you. This is the time of success in work related to creativity, love relationships, children, and education. You will be self-assured and capable of properly communicating your thoughts. Love relationships will deepen, while this time will bring success for students. Leadership ability will increase, and you can also attract attention in public life.
Taurus
For Taurus natives, this transit will be in their fourth house, which is related to the mother, home, vehicle, and mental peace. At this time, you will pay more attention to your family. Relationships with the mother will be strong, and things of comfort and convenience may increase in the house. There may also be a possibility of buying a vehicle or property. However, a little mental restlessness or an increase in family responsibilities is possible, so that restraint will be necessary.
Gemini
For Gemini, this transit is happening in the third house, which is related to courage, valor, younger siblings, and communication. Your self-confidence and energy to work will increase during this time. You will take decisions fearlessly and will get good results from your efforts. You can also succeed in media, writing, and legal work. You will get support from younger siblings, and travel will be beneficial.
Cancer
The Sun’s transit in the second house, which is the home of riches, speech, and family life, will affect Cancer natives. During this time, you can become financially strong. Your speech will become impressive, enabling you to influence people easily. However, harshness in speech will have to be avoided, as it will decrease family respect. Unnecessary expenses or a situation of disagreement with family can arise, so it is necessary to maintain balance.
Leo
The Sun is transiting in your sign, which will enhance your personality. Social recognition, leadership skills, and self-assurance will all improve. This time can make you the center of attraction. You can feel motivated to make significant life decisions. However, it will be important to control ego and anger; otherwise, there may be tension in relationships.
Virgo
For Virgo people, this transit is related to expenditure, foreign travel, and mental worries. Unnecessary expenses may increase at this time, and there may be a lack of sleep or anxiety. However, benefits from foreign travel or international contacts are also possible. This could be a period of reflection and a propensity for spirituality.
Libra
For Libra, the transit of the Sun is taking place in the eleventh house, which is associated with profit, fulfillment of aspirations, and friends. This is a very auspicious time. There are signs of an increase in your income, as well as old unfinished work can be completed. You will get support from friends and social networks. Those who are in politics or social service can get special benefits. There is every possibility of an increase in your fame and respect.
Scorpio
For Scorpios, this transit is taking place in the tenth house, which is the house of karma, career, and social prestige. At this time, you will be very active professionally, and there is a possibility of getting a promotion or a new responsibility. Relations with higher officials will improve, and your efficiency will be appreciated. However, ego or conflict should be avoided at the workplace. Make decisions in your career carefully.
Sagittarius
This transit is taking place in the ninth house, which is the house of luck, religion, education, and long journeys. Luck will work in your favor, and new opportunities will be available. There may be a possibility of religious work or foreign travel. Your thoughts will mature, and you will get support from your teachers. This time is very auspicious for students and researchers.
Capricorn
For Capricorns, this transit is happening in the eighth house, which is the house of mystery, sudden events, research, and mental depth. This time can be a bit challenging. You may have sudden expenses or health problems. Beware of hidden enemies. However, this time can also be inclined towards spiritual and occult topics. A solution to an old problem can be found suddenly.
Aquarius
For Aquarius, the transit of the Sun will be in the seventh house, which is the house of spouse, partnership, and social relations. In a marriage or partnership, there may be some ups and downs. It will be important to maintain communication and understanding with the spouse. Make decisions regarding business partnerships thoughtfully. If you are not married, then this time can be favorable for starting new relationships.
Pisces
For Pisces, this transit is taking place in the sixth house, which is related to disease, debt, and enemies. You could win the competition this time. Your performance at work will be better. However, take care of your health, especially stomach-related problems. It is time to get rid of debt, and decisions in old cases can come in your favour.
(The author Chirag Daruwalla is the son of Astrologer Bejan Daruwalla).
