Shah Alam News

Shah Alam, a 74-year-old fruit vendor from New York City, expressed devastation after learning that a banana he sold for just 35 cents was auctioned for $6.2 million at Sotheby’s as part of Maurizio Cattelan’s artwork titled 'Comedian.' Alam, who earns $12 per hour, remarked on his financial struggles, stating, 'I am a poor man,' and lamented receiving only 35 cents for the fruit that gained viral fame. The banana's transformation into a high-value artwork has drawn significant media attention, highlighting the disparity between the vendor's earnings and the art market's valuations.