'Rita' is based on the Marathi novel 'Rita Welingkar' authored by the actress Renuka Shahane's mother Shanta Gokhale.
Sai Tamankar who is now a well known actress in Marathi cinema had a small part in the film when she had just entered Marathi industry.
Director Renuka Shahane also plays a part in the film as Rita's best friend Sarawati.