Kelly Clarkson finds herself in a costly dispute with a Brooklyn store over a mechanical bird, with the price tag now soaring to $15 million. The co-owner of Art of Play, Adam Rubin, has decided to list the store’s automated bird, named “Molly,” for sale at the staggering sum of $15 million amid the ongoing clash with the pop star. The listing now showcases Molly as “the world’s most famous singing bird automata” designed by Bliss Kolb. Rubin has also pledged to reward each shop employee with $15,000 and offer Kolb a $1 million payment if the bird is sold, with plans to use the remaining funds for purchasing other antique automata.

Despite attempts to reach out for confirmation, CBC News has not received a response from Art of Play. This development marks a significant escalation from the $15,000 price tag Clarkson claimed to have seen during her visit to the store on October 10.

The shop owner expressed concerns over the situation, stating that the store has experienced an influx of visitors due to the attention but has also faced backlash from Clarkson’s fans. Rubin emphasized that they feel endangered by Clarkson’s actions and the subsequent fallout from the controversy.

Video footage captured Clarkson’s shopping experience at the store, showing her browsing items and interacting with the store staff. The saga began when Clarkson alleged on social media that she was treated poorly during her visit, likening it to a scene from the movie “Pretty Woman.”

The dispute escalated as the store responded, clarifying that the bird Clarkson inquired about, Molly, was not for sale as it was a unique fixture. The back-and-forth continued with Clarkson challenging the store’s response, leading to a public spat on social media.

Online observers have closely followed the unfolding drama, sharing diverse opinions on the matter. The incident has sparked discussions on social media about customer treatment and public image.