The movie starred Nizamani and Kaushalya in the lead roles, with a central theme revolving around Hindu-Muslim unity.

[2][3][4] Nizamani was not only a film actor but also a writer, social worker, and a landlord in Matli, Sindh.

[5] The film's heroine, Kaushalya[6][7][8] hailed from Uttar Pradesh, India, and was a talented dancer, playback singer, and actress.

[2] The story and dialogues were penned by the noted writer Agha Abdul Nabi Sufi,[10] while the famous poet Khialdas Fani composed the film's lyrics.

The central theme of the movie was Hindu-Muslim harmony, as the title "Ekta" signifies unity.