Govinda is under investigation by the Odisha Economic Offenses Wing for his involvement in a 1000 crore online Ponzi scheme. Authorities believe he endorsed Solar Techno Alliance in promotional videos, and two key figures in the scheme have been arrested. The Bureau of Immigration has also issued a lookout notice for a foreign national. Govinda has faced numerous controversies throughout his career, including physical altercations and Twitter controversies. The investigation into the Ponzi scheme is ongoing.