This is not hypothetical. This exact pattern has been reported by cybersecurity firms like Kaspersky and Quick Heal regarding 2020-era pirate movie "installers."

Filmyhit gained traction as an online repository for Bollywood, Punjabi, and South Indian cinema. During 2020 and subsequent years, users frequently sought an "install" or APK version of the site to bypass browser blocks and access free downloads. However, these apps were often unpublished from official stores like Google Play due to copyright violations. Risks of Installing Unauthorized Movie Apps