Balaghat is a city and a municipality in Balaghat district in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is the administrative headquarters of Balaghat District. The town was originally called “Burha” , but this name was replaced by “Balaghat”, which was originally the name of the district only. Balaghat means “above the ghats or passes.” In bollywood, there are two gems which are from balaghat.Firstly, Mushtaq khan a television actor,they are from baihar tehsil of balaghat.Secondly, Anil mange a television actor,they are from properly balaghat city.