Swati Kapila

As Sheldon stresses out about picking a wedding date, Amy tries to convince him that he has a more laid-back side by recording him talking in his sleep. Meanwhile Raj and Stuart (series regular KEVIN SUSSMAN) compete to win the heart of Bernadette’s new coworker, Ruchi (guest star SWATI KAPILA).

Sheldon and Bert collaborate on a research project, despite Sheldon’s embarrassment. Meanwhile, Penny and Bernadette coach Raj on how to navigate his relationship with Ruchi.

Leonard and Howard are furious when they learn that Sheldon went to work with the military behind their backs. While Bernadette is on bed rest, she asks Raj go investigate when she suspects Ruchi might be trying to steal her job. Guest star DEAN NORRIS returns as Colonel Williams.

In an unexpected twist of fate April lands in the hospital where her estranged uncle George (Steven Weber) works as an oncologist and she learns the devastating news that she has cancer.