Berlusconi's right-wing coalition leads Italy's election: RAI state television

Berlusconi's four-party coalition was expected to win 33-36 percent of the ballots, followed by the anti-establishment Five Star Movement with 29-32 percent, according to exit polls conducted by RAI state television. 

Meanwhile, the center-left Democratic Party led by outgoing Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni has likely gained 20-24 percent of the votes. 

Despite being in lead, former Prime Minister Berlusconi's is seen falling short of a majority.