Prominent Bollywood personalities Govinda, Shakti Kapoor, Chunky Panday, and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Manoj Tiwari have found themselves under intense legal scrutiny after their names surfaced in connection with a suspected investment scam. The controversy revolves around Ghaziabad-based Maxizone Touch Private Limited, which is accused of defrauding investors through fraudulent schemes.
Jamshedpur Court Complaint Triggers Police Action
The matter came to light when a formal complaint was filed in a Jamshedpur court located in Jharkhand. This legal action prompted local police authorities to register a First Information Report (FIR) that includes the veteran stars among several other individuals. The FIR was lodged following multiple complaints from investors who alleged they were systematically defrauded by the company.
Investors Allege Broken Promises of High Returns
According to detailed reports, the investors claimed that Maxizone Touch Private Limited had promised them an attractive 15% monthly return on their investments. However, the company failed to deliver both the promised interest payments and the principal investment amounts, leaving numerous investors financially devastated. This widespread failure to honor commitments triggered a comprehensive police probe into the company's operations and financial practices.
Celebrity Promotions Under Scanner
The police investigation has revealed that among the several individuals named in the FIR, the Bollywood personalities and the politician drew particular attention due to their public profiles. The complaint specifically alleged that the actors' active participation in various promotional activities helped attract more investors to the scheme, effectively utilizing their popularity and public trust to lend credibility to the company's operations.
Company Directors Arrested After Three-Year Evasion
In a significant development in September 2025, Jamshedpur police arrested Maxizone Touch Pvt Ltd directors Chander Bhushan Singh and his wife Priyanka Singh. Authorities accused them of running a fraudulent multi-level marketing (MLM) operation and illegally collecting substantial funds from unsuspecting investors. The Enforcement Directorate also conducted coordinated raids at multiple premises linked to the company in connection with suspected investment and cryptocurrency fraud. According to official statements, the couple had successfully avoided authorities for nearly three years before being apprehended.
Profiles of the Accused Personalities
Govinda, known for his energetic dance moves and comic timing, has delivered many memorable performances in iconic films including 'Raja Babu', 'Coolie No. 1', 'Partner', 'Bhagam Bhag', 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', 'Dulhe Raja', and 'Aankhen'.
Chunky Panday, currently acting in the upcoming film 'Rahu Ketu' directed by Vipul Vig and produced by Umesh Kumar Bansal, Pragati Deshmukh, Suraj Singh, and Varsha Kukreja under Zee Studios and BLive Productions, has maintained a consistent presence in the industry.
Shakti Kapoor has built his reputation primarily through villainous roles in films like 'Qurbani', 'Rocky', 'Hero', and 'Himmatwala', while also showcasing his comic abilities in popular movies such as 'Andaz Apna Apna', 'Tohfa', 'Baap Numbri Beta Dus Numbri', 'Hungama', and 'Chup Chup Ke'.
Manoj Tiwari represents a multifaceted public figure as an actor, singer, and politician. He enjoys significant popularity as a Bhojpuri artist, serves as a Member of Parliament from Delhi, and holds a senior leadership position within the Bharatiya Janata Party.
The case continues to develop as investigators examine the exact nature of each individual's involvement with Maxizone Touch Private Limited and whether their promotional activities crossed legal boundaries. The entertainment and political communities are watching closely as this high-profile investigation unfolds, potentially setting important precedents for celebrity endorsements in India.
