Isn't it mandatory to serve in the South Korean Army? How come groups such as Shinhwa doesn't have to?

Question

Isn't it mandatory to serve in the South Korean Army? How come groups such as Shinhwa (who has been together for over 9 years), Super Junior, DBSK, SG Wannabe, and Epik High doesn't need to join the army?

Answer 1

Military service is mandatory in South Korea unless groups allege valid factors for non-inclusion which is valid under the law.